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Aster dumosus 'Wood's Light Blue'

Bushy Aster

Plant Type: Native

'Wood's Light Blue' Aster produces tall clusters of blue-purple daisy-like flowers in the fall, bringing interest to the garden when other perennials have stopped blooming and also providing a crucial late source of pollen and nectar for butterflies and pollinators. This particular variety stands out for generally being avoided by rabbits and deer and also for having improved rust resistance. It would work well in perennial beds and borders, meadow style plantings, pollinator gardens, and cottage style gardens.

Size Future Qty Future Date
#2

Mature Height:

15-20 in

Mature Spread:

12-16 in

Zone:

4-8

Bloom Color:

Violet-Blue

Foliage Color:

Green

Aster dumosus 'Wood's Light Blue' Characteristics & Attributes:

Attracts Pollinators
Attracts Pollinators
Attracts Butterflies
Attracts Butterflies
Native to Northeastern US
Native to Northeastern US
Cut Flower/Foliage
Cut Flower/Foliage
Deer Resistant
Deer Resistant
Rabbit Resistant
Rabbit Resistant
Full Sun
Full Sun
Moist, Well-Drained
Moist, Well-Drained
Attributes
Fall Bloomer
Border or Bed
Groupings
Foliage Color
Green
Habit
Clump-forming
Season of Interest (Flowering)
Fall
Soil Moisture
Moist