
Earth Day Event - 4/29/2023 at Cornell Cooperative Extension Dutchess County
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HPVEC will be tabling at the Earth Day event organized by Dutchess County Solid Waste Management of the Dutchess County Department of Planning.
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Stop by to see us and learn about what we do. We will be planting White Wood Aster seeds in pots made of toilet paper rolls.
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Date of the Event:
Saturday, April 29, 2023
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Time:
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10:00am to 2:00p.m.
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Where:
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Cornell Cooperative Extension Dutchess County
2715 US-44
Millbrook, NY 12545
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Eurybia Divaricata - White Woodland Aster
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Bloom Time: August- September
Soil Type: Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil Moisture: Dry, Medium
Sun Exposure: Partial Shade
Height: 12-18"
Bloom Color: White
Benefits: Birds & Pollinators
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They are Native to New York State
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These seeds do not need a winter or cold period to germinate. Sow the seeds outdoors from November through April. White Woodland Asters will multiply and look beautiful planted in masses. They require little care. Water regularly until established.



