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Aster cordifolius
Blue Wood Aster
Plant Type: Native
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 edges.
Mature Height:
2-3 ft
Mature Spread:
1-2 ft
Spacing:
18-24 in
Zone:
3-8
Bloom Color:
Blue
Additional Information About Aster cordifolius
Symphyotrichum cordifoliumGrowing & Maintenance Tips:
Good air circulation will prevent foliar diseases; space accordingly.
Aster cordifolius Characteristics & Attributes:
Attracts Butterflies
Attracts Pollinators
Cut Flower/Foliage
Native to Northeastern US
Drought Tolerant
Deer Resistant
Full Sun
Partial Sun
Full Shade
Dry Soil
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 |