Calico aster is a native perennial found in moist meadows, woodlands and near rivers, streams and swamps. In late summer and early fall, the small white flowers attract butterflies and bees. The plant requires at least 2-6 hours of sunlight and can tolerate full sun if it has adequate moisture. Calico aster is a low maintenance option for a native garden and once established, it is somewhat drought resistant. 
 
Seeds can be directly sown 1/8 inch deep after all chance of frost has passed, or started indoors and hardened off once germinated and planted outdoors after last frost. Will self-seed.