Symphyotrichum oolentangiense
Sky-blue Aster
Brilliant lavender-blue flowers attract butterflies, bees and parasitic wasps, distinctive arrow-shaped leaves. Short lived.
- Height: 24" – 36"
- Width: 18" – 24"
- Soil Conditions: Dry
- Flower Color: Blue
- Bloom Time: August, September, October
- Hardiness Zone: 3 To 6
Plant Characteristics
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Attributes
- Fall Color
- Drought Tolerant
- Salt Tolerant
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Attracts Wildlife
- Attracts Wildlife
- Attracts Butterflies
- Attracts Pollinators
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Critter Resistance
- Deer Resistant
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Plant Habit
- Upright
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Light Conditions
- Sun to Part Shade
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Native Plant Community
- Dry Prairie
- Mesis Prairie
- Savanna
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Flower Color
- Blue
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Flower Hue
- Medium
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Flower Type
- Head
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Flower Height
- 6" to 8"
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Foliage Color
- Green
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Leaf Texture
- Medium
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Flower Form
- Single
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Flower Size
- 1"
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Soil Moisture
- Dry
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Prune Time
- Jan/Feb/March
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Growth Rate
- Average
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Origin
- 90 Miles From Mg
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Divide
- Every Five Years or Longer