Symphyotrichum prenanthoides

Also Known As

Aster prenanthoides
Crooked Stem Aster

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 1'-3'
W: 1'

planting zones

3a-7b

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Symphyotrichum prenanthoides plant details

Symphyotrichum prenanthoides is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In fall and summer purple 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 - regular water. Does well in average, clay and gritty soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Symphyotrichum prenanthoides

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 1 FT wide, 1 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in fall and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Symphyotrichum prenanthoides

USDA Zones: 3a - 7b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer and rabbit
Soil needs: average, clay and gritty

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Crooked Stem Aster (Aster prenanthoides) prefers wood edges, streambanks, and moist meadows. The beautiful blue-purple flowers bloom from late summer through early autumn providing great fall color on stems one to three feet tall. Mix with ferns and spring blooming flowers for season-long interest. Hardy to Zones 3 - 7.

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How to Grow Symphyotrichum prenanthoides

Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- even moisture - regular
Soil Needs
- clay
- average
- gritty

Features

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

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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

Height: 12"-24"

Width: 12"-24"

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