But if you haven’t included New England asters in your planting plan, you’re missing out! New England asters (Symphotrichum novae-angliae) are native to the U.S. with small daisy-like flowers in various shades of purple, pink and blue. New England asters grow across a wide range, from USDA Hardiness zones 3 to 8 (find your zone here). How to Care for New England AstersNew England asters require full sun, which is considered 6 or more hours of direct sunlight per day. Since New England asters can grow in most parts of the U.S., they are an easy way to add pollinator-friendly plantings into your garden without much effort.