Symphyotrichum vahlii

Also Known As

Aster vahlii

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 10"
W: 12"

planting zones

9a-10b

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Symphyotrichum vahlii plant details

Symphyotrichum vahlii is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with blue and green foliage. In spring and summer purple, white and yellow flowers emerge. Attracts beneficial insects and birds. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Symphyotrichum vahlii

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous blue and green
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 10 IN tall
Flowers: purple, white and yellow blooms in spring and summer
Uses: container plant, rock garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Symphyotrichum vahlii

USDA Zones: 9a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer and rabbit
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Gardening facts about Symphyotrichum vahlii plant

How to Grow Symphyotrichum vahlii

Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained

Features

Foliage Color
- green
- blue
Flower Color
- white
- yellow
- purple
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- birds
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- summer
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous

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Plant Type

Perennial

Zones

4a-9b

Size

Height: 12"-24"

Width: 12"-24"

sun - mostly shade
even moisture - drought tolerant

Photo of Symphyotrichum oblongifolium 'October Skies' flower by Avant Gardens

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