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Aster cordifolius

Plant Type: Perennial

A tall informal native Aster blooming in the late summer and into fall when most other perennials have concluded their show. Tolerates dry shade.  Medium green heart shaped foliage. Profuse blue blooms of small daisy-like flowers held in upright panicle fashion. Naturalizer along woodland edge. 

SKU Size
ASTCOF01G #1

Mature Height:

2-3 ft

Mature Spread:

1-2 ft

Spacing:

18-24 in

Zone:

3

Bloom Color:

Blue

Additional Information About Aster cordifolius

Symphyotrichum cordifolium

Growing & Maintenance Tips:

Good air circulation will prevent foliar diseases; space accordingly.

Aster cordifolius Characteristics & Attributes:

Attracts Butterflies
Attracts Butterflies
Attracts Pollinators
Attracts Pollinators
Cut Flower/Foliage
Cut Flower/Foliage
Native to Northeastern US
Native to Northeastern US
Drought Tolerant
Drought Tolerant
Deer Resistant
Deer Resistant
Full Sun
Full Sun
Partial Sun
Partial Sun
Full Shade
Full Shade
Dry Soil
Dry Soil
Average Water
Average Water
Attributes
Late Summer Bloomer
Shade Gardens
Woodland Edge
Border or Bed
Groupings
Naturalizing
Woodland Garden
Foliage Color
Green
Habit
Upright
Season of Interest (Flowering)
Late Summer
Fall
Season of Interest (Foliage)
Summer