Symphyotrichum laeve

Also Known As

Aster laevis
Smooth Aster

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 2'-4'
W: 1'

planting zones

4a-8b

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Symphyotrichum laeve plant details

Symphyotrichum laeve is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In fall and summer blue flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Attracts bees, beneficial insects, birds and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular - occasional water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average and gritty soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Symphyotrichum laeve

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 1 FT wide, 2 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: blue blooms in fall and summer
Uses: cottage garden, cutting garden, fall color, long-blooming, native plant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Symphyotrichum laeve

USDA Zones: 4a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: deer and rabbit
Soil needs: average and gritty

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Clouds of small gold to garnet centered flowers bloom early to late fall, attracting native bees by the score. Lovely in the garden bed, where is should be placed away from spreaders that might overwhelm this willowy beauty.

By: Select Seeds

The fabulous Smooth Aster produces a profusion of deep blue, star-like flowers in late autumn after most other plants are long gone. Extremely hardy, it defies frosts and keeps on blooming, often well into November. A strong perennial, Aster laevis will grow in almost any soil. Hardy to Zones 4 - 8.

By: Prairie Nursery

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Gardening facts about Symphyotrichum laeve plant

How to Grow Symphyotrichum laeve

Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular - occasional
Soil Needs
- adaptable
- average
- gritty

Features

Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- blue
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- birds
- bees
- butterflies
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- summer
- fall
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Texture
- fuzzy

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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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