Galatella tatarica, commonly known as Tatarian Aster or Tatarian Daisy, is a perennial herb that is native to a range of habitats including meadows, grasslands, and open woodlands across Eastern Europe and Western Asia. It typically grows at a moderate rate to a height of 1.5-2.5 feet (0.46-0.8 meters) and a width of 1.5-2 feet (0.5-0.6 meters). The plant forms a clump of stems with lance-shaped leaves and bears numerous daisy-like flowers with pink or purple petals surrounding a yellow center. These flowers are quite showy and bloom in the fall, attracting pollinators such as bees and butterflies.

Tatarian Aster is valued for its late-season blooms, which add color to the garden when many other plants have finished flowering. It is used in border plantings, wildflower gardens, and as cut flowers due to its attractive blossoms. This plant is relatively low maintenance, tolerating a range of soil types from clay to loam to sandy, as long as they have medium drainage. It prefers full sun to part shade and requires medium amounts of water, making it adaptable to various garden conditions. While generally disease-resistant, it can be susceptible to powdery mildew in humid conditions. Deadheading spent flowers can encourage a longer blooming period and prevent self-seeding if undesired.CC BY-SA 4.0