On average, New York City trees fall about 30% below the potential shade they could produce. “Shade and access to shade is a citywide problem,” Kobald said.

The New York aster is a low-maintenance North American native that adds a splash of daisy-like color to your fall ... Position in a full sun. Partial shade is acceptable if it’s the only option.

Asters are members of the daisy family (Asteraceae), along with dahlias, marigolds and sunflowers. The two most common types of asters in our area are the New England aster and the New York aster.