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Aster X frikartii

Blue Aster

Plant photo of: Aster X frikartii
Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Linda Engstrom

 

Description

A very popular sky blue flower for herbaceous beds.

 

Plant Type

Perennial

Height Range

1-3'

Width Range

Flower Color

Blue, Lavender

Flower Season

Summer, Fall

Leaf Color

Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam

Soil Condition

Rich, Well-drained, Moist

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

n/a

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers

Seasonal Interest

Summer, Fall

Location Uses

Perennial Border

Special Uses

n/a

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Check your irrigation controller once a month, and adjust as necessary.

Most plants require only one-third as much water in winter as they do in summer.