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Symphyotrichum oblongifolium 'Dream of Beauty'

Also Known As

  • Aster oblongifolium 'Dream of Beauty'

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 12"-15"
  • W: 24"

planting zones

  • 4a-7b

Symphyotrichum oblongifolium 'Dream of Beauty' plant details

Symphyotrichum oblongifolium 'Dream of Beauty' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In fall pink flowers emerge. Attracts beneficial insects and birds. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in acidic, gritty and rocky soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Symphyotrichum oblongifolium 'Dream of Beauty'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 24 IN wide, 12 IN - 15 IN - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in fall

GROWING CONDITIONS for Symphyotrichum oblongifolium 'Dream of Beauty'

USDA Zones: 4a - 7b
Sun exposure: sun
Resistant to: deer and rabbit
Soil needs: acidic, gritty and rocky

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Another drought tolerant Aster that stars in the fall garden. Masses of sugar-pink flowers accented by burnt orange centers adorn compact 15" tall by 2' wide plants.

Gardening facts about Symphyotrichum oblongifolium 'Dream of Beauty' plant

How to Grow Symphyotrichum oblongifolium 'Dream of Beauty'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • acidic
    • rocky
    • gritty

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • birds
    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Flower Season

    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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