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Symphyotrichum oolentangiense

Also Known As

  • Aster azureus
  • Sky Blue Aster
  • Skyblue Aster

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 2'-3'
  • W: 24"-30"

planting zones

  • 3a-9b

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Symphyotrichum oolentangiense plant details

Symphyotrichum oolentangiense is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In fall blue flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects, birds and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and even moisture - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Symphyotrichum oolentangiense

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 24 IN - 30 IN - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: blue blooms in fall

GROWING CONDITIONS for Symphyotrichum oolentangiense

USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This bright and showy Aster is covered with brilliant blue blooms from late August into October. Combine with the White Aster or Showy Goldenrod?for a fabulous fall show! Thrives in almost any soil, from dry sand to moist loam, in full sun to light shade. Hardy to Zones 3 - 8.

Gardening facts about Symphyotrichum oolentangiense plant

How to Grow Symphyotrichum oolentangiense

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • adaptable
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • blue
  • Wildlife

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

    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

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Width: 12"-24"

  • sun - mostly shade
  • even moisture - drought tolerant
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Zones

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Size

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Width: 3'

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  • even moisture
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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

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Zones

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Size

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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

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Width: 2'

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