Symphyotrichum oblongifolium 'Fanny'
Also Known As
- Aster oblongifolius 'Fanny'
- Fanny's Fall Aster
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 18"-24"
- W: 60"-96"
planting zones
- 4a-9b
Symphyotrichum oblongifolium 'Fanny' plant details
Symphyotrichum oblongifolium 'Fanny' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In fall and summer blue and lavender flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects, birds and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - occasional water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Symphyotrichum oblongifolium 'Fanny'
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: asteraceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 60 IN - 96 IN - wide, 18 IN - 24 IN - tall
- Flowers: blue and lavender blooms in fall and summer
- Uses: fall color
GROWING CONDITIONS for Symphyotrichum oblongifolium 'Fanny'
- USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: regular - occasional
- Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat and humidity
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Gardening facts about Symphyotrichum oblongifolium 'Fanny' plant
How to Grow Symphyotrichum oblongifolium 'Fanny'
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular - occasional
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- blue
- lavender
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- birds
- bees
- butterflies
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- fall
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Landscape groups by tags
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 12"-24"
Width: 12"-24"
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 3'
Width: 3'
- sun - mostly sun
- even moisture
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
4a-7b
Size
Height: 12"-15"
Width: 24"
- sun
- drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
5a-8b
Size
Height: 2'
Width: 4'
- sun
- regular - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 2'
Width: 2'
- sun
- regular - drought tolerant
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