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Aster alpinus 'Goliath'

Also Known As

  • Goliath Alpine Aster

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 8"-15"
  • W: 8"-18"

planting zones

  • 3a-9b

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Aster alpinus 'Goliath' plant details

Aster alpinus 'Goliath' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In spring 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 even moisture - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Aster alpinus 'Goliath'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 8 IN - 18 IN - wide, 8 IN - 15 IN - tall
Flowers: blue blooms in spring and summer
Uses: big flowers, cutting garden, self-sowing

GROWING CONDITIONS for Aster alpinus 'Goliath'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Large, powder-blue flowers produced in abundance over a low mass of bright green leaves, blooming, unlike most asters, in early summer. Can be short lived. Zone 4.

Gardening facts about Aster alpinus 'Goliath' plant

How to Grow Aster alpinus 'Goliath'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
    • gritty

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • blue
  • Wildlife

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

    • summer
    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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