Placeholder

Symphyotrichum subspicatum 'Sauvie Star'

Also Known As

  • Aster subspicatum 'Sauvie Star'
  • Sauvie Star Douglas Aster

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 24"-30"
  • W: 24"-72"

planting zones

  • 7b-10b

Symphyotrichum subspicatum 'Sauvie Star' plant details

Symphyotrichum subspicatum 'Sauvie Star' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In fall and summer lavender and white 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 high - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Symphyotrichum subspicatum 'Sauvie Star'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 24 IN - 72 IN - wide, 24 IN - 30 IN - tall
Flowers: lavender and white blooms in fall and summer
Uses: easy-to-grow, long-blooming

GROWING CONDITIONS for Symphyotrichum subspicatum 'Sauvie Star'

USDA Zones: 7b - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: high - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit
Soil needs: average, clay, rich and well-drained

Gardening facts about Symphyotrichum subspicatum 'Sauvie Star' plant

How to Grow Symphyotrichum subspicatum 'Sauvie Star'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • high - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • adaptable
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
    • lavender
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • birds
    • bees
    • butterflies
    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Texture

    • fuzzy

See other plant types of Symphyotrichum for your garden

aka Aster oblongifolium 'October Skies', Aster oblongifolius 'October Skies', October Skies Aromatic Aster

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
View Plant

aka Aster oblongifolium 'Raydon's Favorite', Aster oblongifolius 'Raydon's Favourite', Symphyotrichum 'Raydons Favorite', Mint-Scented Aster, Raydons Favourite Aromatic Aster

Plant Type

Perennial

Zones

4a-9b

Size

Height: 3'

Width: 3'

  • sun - mostly sun
  • even moisture
Photo of Symphyotrichum oblongifolium 'Raydon's Favorite' flower by Avant Gardens
View Plant

More Options

aka Aster oblongifolium 'Dream of Beauty'

Plant Type

Perennial

Zones

4a-7b

Size

Height: 12"-15"

Width: 24"

  • sun
  • drought tolerant
Photo of Symphyotrichum oblongifolium 'Dream of Beauty' flower by Avant Gardens
View Plant

aka Aster 'Bridal Veil', Bridal Veil Aster

Plant Type

Perennial

Zones

5a-8b

Size

Height: 2'

Width: 4'

  • sun
  • regular - drought tolerant
Photo of Symphyotrichum 'Bridal Veil' PP23966 flower by Chicagoland Grows® Plant Introduction Program
View Plant

More Options

aka Aster laevis 'Kurt', Kurt Smooth Blue Aster

Plant Type

Perennial

Zones

4a-9b

Size

Height: 2'

Width: 2'

  • sun
  • regular - drought tolerant
Photo of Symphyotrichum laeve 'Kurt' flower by Intrinsic Perennial Gardens
View Plant

More Options

+98 more Symphyotrichum
Mailing List
Sign Up for updates on new plant arrivals and deals

© 2010—2026 Plant Lust, LLC All Rights Reserved