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Symphyotrichum 'Bill's Big Blue'
Also Known As
- Aster 'Bill's Big Blue'
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 4'-5'
- W: 3'
planting zones
- 4a-9b
Symphyotrichum 'Bill's Big Blue' plant details
Symphyotrichum 'Bill's Big Blue' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In fall and summer blue and purple 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. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Symphyotrichum 'Bill's Big Blue'
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: asteraceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 3 FT wide, 4 FT - 5 FT - tall
- Flowers: blue and purple blooms in fall and summer
- Uses: border plant, cottage garden, easy-to-grow, fall color
GROWING CONDITIONS for Symphyotrichum 'Bill's Big Blue'
- USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: even moisture - low
- Resistant to: deer and rabbit
- Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Avant Gardens
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Gardening facts about Symphyotrichum 'Bill's Big Blue' plant
How to Grow Symphyotrichum 'Bill's Big Blue'
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- even moisture - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- blue
- purple
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- birds
- bees
- butterflies
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- fall
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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