It is present along the coastal plain of the U.S. where it is most often found growing in dry, sandy soils.

Although it is not considered threatened due to its extensive range, it is locally endangered in many states.

Eurybia spectabilis is present along the coastal plain of eastern North America.

[6] It is found primarily growing sandy soils, though occasionally it is present in dry clay.

It can be found at elevations of 0 to 900 metres (0–3000 feet) near granite outcrops, in dry oak-pine woods, pine barrens, and in peat bogs.