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Oreostemma alpigenum

Also Known As

  • Aster alpigenus
  • Alpine Aster
  • Tundra Aster

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 6"
  • W: 6"

planting zones

  • 7a-9b

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Oreostemma alpigenum plant details

Oreostemma alpigenum is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring and winter lavender and purple flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects, birds and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and even moisture water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Oreostemma alpigenum

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 0 - 6 IN - wide, 0 - 6 IN - tall
Flowers: lavender and purple blooms in spring and winter
Uses: border plant, native plant, winter interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Oreostemma alpigenum

USDA Zones: 7a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: deer and rabbit
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This charming wildflower is native to Washington, Oregon and California. Short basal foliage pushes up taller flower stems in mid summer. The lavender and yellow blooms are loved by many pollinators. One of our smallest, most well behaved asters, it would love a center stage at the front of the border or in your rock garden.
A small violet or lavender flower perched atop unbranched stems with narrow leaves, above low grouping of last year's leaves. Many blooms in late winter through spring.

Gardening facts about Oreostemma alpigenum plant

How to Grow Oreostemma alpigenum

  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture
  • Sun Exposure

    • sun

Features

  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • winter
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • birds
    • bees
    • butterflies
    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • lavender
    • purple
  • Foliage Season

    • semi-evergreen
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