Bloom, Already!

I have painted many goldfinches, most have been pictured with purple coneflower. This is obviously because they are closely associated with each other, and a popular subject. I'm looking for something else for the goldfinch to perch on now, though, and after doing some research, have decided that the next goldfinch I paint will be pictured with the aster. They are not blooming yet, so I'm watching and waiting.