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Symphyotrichum novae-angliae 'Skyscraper'
Also Known As
- Aster novae-angliae 'Skyscraper'
- New England Aster
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 4'-5'
- W: 3'-5'
planting zones
- 4a-10b
Symphyotrichum novae-angliae 'Skyscraper' plant details
Symphyotrichum novae-angliae 'Skyscraper' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In fall and summer blue flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects, birds and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Symphyotrichum novae-angliae 'Skyscraper'
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: asteraceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 3 FT - 5 FT - wide, 4 FT - 5 FT - tall
- Flowers: blue blooms in fall and summer
- Uses: cutting garden
GROWING CONDITIONS for Symphyotrichum novae-angliae 'Skyscraper'
- USDA Zones: 4a - 10b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: regular - low
- Resistant to: deer and rabbit
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
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How to Grow Symphyotrichum novae-angliae 'Skyscraper'
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- adaptable
- average
- well-drained
Features
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- birds
- bees
- butterflies
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Color
- blue
Flower Season
- fall
- summer
Foliage Color
- green
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Landscape groups by tags
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aka Aster novae-angliae 'Purple Dome', Purple Dome Aster
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
3a-9b
Size
Height: 18"-18"
Width: 24"-36"
- sun -mostly shade
- regular -drought tolerant
aka Aster divaricatus, Eurybia divaricatus, Symphyotrichum divaricatus, White Wood Aster, Wood Aster
Plant Type
Perennial, Groundcover
Zones
4a-8b
Size
Height: 15"-24"
Width: 12"-20"
- mostly sun -mostly shade
- regular -drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Perennial, Groundcover
Zones
3a-9b
Size
Height: 2"-6"
Width: 24"-3'
- sun -mostly sun
- even moisture -drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
3a-9b
Size
Height: 18"-24"
Width: 18"-24"
- sun
- regular -drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
3a-10b
Size
Height: 2'-3'
Width: 2'-3'
- sun -mostly sun
- even moisture -drought tolerant
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