Plant Details
Aster Oolentangiensis (azureus)
Common name: Sky Blue Aster
Dozens of blue flowers with yellow centers bloom in fall. The foliage is blue-green and stems are dark. Butterflies love the nectar.
Culture:
Grow in full sun or light shade. Tolerates dry soil.
Use:
Excellent late bloomer for the mixed border. Good plant in the native plant garden, naturalized area, prairie or wildflower meadow.
Height:
24 to 36 inches
Spread:
18 to 24 inches
Color:
Blue
USDA Hardiness Zone:
3 - 6
Good Companion Plants
- Little Bluestem (Schizachyrium scoparium)
- Stiff Goldenrod (Solidago rigida)
- Sideoats Grama (Bouteloua curtipendula)
- Fragrant Sumac (Rhus aromatica)
- Willow-leaved Sunflower (Helianthus salicifolius)
Characteristics and Attributes
Sun Exposure:
Full Sun
Medium Sun/Average Shade
Season of Interest:
Late (July - frost)
Soil Moisture:
Average
Moderate
Wildlife Benefit:
Food/Birds
Butterfly Nectar
Special Uses:
Fresh Cut Flower
Nature Attracting:
Songbird
