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Symphyotrichum dumosum 'Wood's Light Blue'

Also Known As

  • Wood's Light Blue Aster

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 12"-18"
  • W: 15"-20"

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

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Symphyotrichum dumosum 'Wood's Light Blue' plant details

Symphyotrichum dumosum 'Wood's Light Blue' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In fall blue and lavender flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and occasional water. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Symphyotrichum dumosum 'Wood's Light Blue'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 15 IN - 20 IN - wide, 12 IN - 18 IN - tall
Flowers: blue and lavender blooms in fall
Uses: cottage garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Symphyotrichum dumosum 'Wood's Light Blue'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Clusters of lavender-blue flowers on top of a densely packed habit of green foliage. This plant is beneficial to your local pollinators and is especially attractive to butterflies. Enjoys full sun conditions and has late season blooms.

Gardening facts about Symphyotrichum dumosum 'Wood's Light Blue' plant

How to Grow Symphyotrichum dumosum 'Wood's Light Blue'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • blue
    • lavender
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • bees
    • butterflies
  • Flower Season

    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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