Symphyotrichum novi-belgii 'Blue Danube'
Also Known As
- Aster novi-belgii 'Blue Danube'
- Michaelmas Daisy
- New England Aster
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 3'
- W: 2'
planting zones
- 5a-9b
Symphyotrichum novi-belgii 'Blue Danube' plant details
Symphyotrichum novi-belgii 'Blue Danube' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In fall blue, burgundy, lavender and yellow flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Attracts bees, beneficial insects, birds and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in acidic and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Symphyotrichum novi-belgii 'Blue Danube'
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: asteraceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 2 FT wide, 3 FT tall
- Flowers: blue, burgundy, lavender and yellow blooms in fall
- Uses: border plant, cutting garden, fall color
GROWING CONDITIONS for Symphyotrichum novi-belgii 'Blue Danube'
- USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: regular
- Resistant to: deer and rabbit
- Soil needs: acidic and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Gardening facts about Symphyotrichum novi-belgii 'Blue Danube' plant
How to Grow Symphyotrichum novi-belgii 'Blue Danube'
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- acidic
- adaptable
- well-drained
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- yellow
- blue
- lavender
- burgundy
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- birds
- bees
- butterflies
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- fall
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Texture
- fuzzy
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 24"-36"
- sun - mostly shade
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Zones
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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- sun - mostly sun
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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- sun
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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- sun - mostly sun
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