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

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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

This Aster's alluring flowers promise a late season hurrah. Supported by stiff branching stems lined with verdant linear foliage, the blooms are the size of silver dollars, and layers of their closely set blue-violet petals radiate from yellow and maroon centers. 'Blue Danube' lends an air of elegance in the midst of Calamagrostis brachytricha and Angelica gigas.

By: Digging Dog Nursery

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

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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