Smooth Blue Aster - Northern Wildflowers
Callistephus chinensis
- Perennial
- 4 feet tall
- Full Sun to Part-Shade
- Blooms August to October
- Dry to Medium Site
- Zones 3-9
Smooth Aster (Symphyotrichum laeve) has leaves that are smooth to the touch, distinguishing it from most other Aster varieties. The stem also often takes on a shade of blue. This is a non-aggressive plant that is slow to spread so it is a nice one to have in the garden with companions. The beautiful purple-blue flowers attract many different pollinators and the plant is host for the Silvery Checkerspot and Pearl Crescent Butterflies.
Approx. 325 seeds
Growing Instructions
No pre-treatment required. Sow seed at soil surface. Do not let seedling dry out while it is establishing.
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Description
Callistephus chinensis
- Perennial
- 4 feet tall
- Full Sun to Part-Shade
- Blooms August to October
- Dry to Medium Site
- Zones 3-9
Smooth Aster (Symphyotrichum laeve) has leaves that are smooth to the touch, distinguishing it from most other Aster varieties. The stem also often takes on a shade of blue. This is a non-aggressive plant that is slow to spread so it is a nice one to have in the garden with companions. The beautiful purple-blue flowers attract many different pollinators and the plant is host for the Silvery Checkerspot and Pearl Crescent Butterflies.
Approx. 325 seeds
Growing Instructions
No pre-treatment required. Sow seed at soil surface. Do not let seedling dry out while it is establishing.
