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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

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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

An aster selection by CA grower Ed Carmen, boasting beautiful late season violet blue daisies on plants that reach 4-5' tall, ending the show in early November. Popular with bees and butterflies!

By: Avant Gardens

Blooming long after other flowers have faded, Asters are associated with afterthought and cheerfulness in old age. This Ed Carman selection is one of the largest Asters we offer, with clean-looking foliage right to the ground on strong, upright stems culminating in sprays of blue-violet flowers. Bring cheer to the fading days of summer by planting 'Bill's Big Blue' with Helianthus and other stately late bloomers.

By: Digging Dog Nursery

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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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Plant Type

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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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