Aster (Symphyotrichum) oblongifolium ‘October Skies’

(Aster 'October Skies' aromatic)


$8.95


Hardiness Zones:

 3a  3b  4a  4b  5a  5b  6a  6b  7a  7b  8a  8b

Quick Overview:

?October Skies? is a low, rhizomatous, slowly spreading aster with aromatic foliage that grows more compact than the species and features attractive deep sky blue flowers. Stems typically grow to 18? tall. Small, daisy-like flowers (to 1? across) with blue to blue-purple rays and yellow center disks bloom in profusion in fall. Untoothed, oblong, dark green leaves (to 3? long). Leaves are fragrant when crushed. Flowers are attractive to butterflies and insects. Sky color in October is reportedly a darker blue than at other times of the year, hence the cultivar name for this plant.

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Description

Grow in average, dry to medium moisture, well-drained soils in full sun. Does well in sandy or clay soil. Generally tolerates poor soils and drought. ?October Skies? is reportedly bushier and less apt to spread than the species. Plants do not come true from seed, so consideration should be given to cutting back stems after flowering to prevent possible self-seeding.

Additional information

Common Name

Aster 'October Skies' aromatic

Botanical Name

Aster (Symphyotrichum) oblongifolium 'October Skies'

Container/Amount

1 gallon

Evergreen or Deciduous

Deciduous

Hardiness Zone

3a, 3b, 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b

Growth Rate

Average

Light Requirements

Sun

Height

1.5 to 2 ft.

Width

1.5 to 2 ft.

Soil Condition

Well-drained

Water Needs

Average

Blooming Period

late summer to fall

Flower Color

Dark sky blue

Fragrance

No

Foliage Color

green

Deer Resistant

No

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