Reaching up to 3 ft tall with a 1 ft spread, this aster blooms from late summer into fall with bright blue flowers. It prefers full sun and well-drained loam or sandy soils with dry to medium moisture. Space plants about 12 inches apart for a bold late-season display that supports garden biodiversity.
Ecological Benefits
Provides valuable late-season nectar and pollen for bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects. Serves as a host plant for Pearl Crescent butterfly and Wavy-Lined Emerald moth larvae, enhancing habitat for native wildlife.
