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Aster oblongifolius 'October Skies'
'October Skies' Aromatic Aster
- » Delicate single blue-purple blooms in the fall
- » Great for the garden, container, or as a cut flower
- » Attracts butterflies
- » Deer resistant
- » Drought resistant
- Category:Perennial
- Breeder:American Beauties Native Plants
- Hardiness Zone:5-8
- Height:12-18 in
- Spread:12-18 in
- Bloom Color: Purple Shades
- Foliage Color: Green Shades
Small 1" daisy-like blue-purple flowers spring abundantly from the low mounds of gray-green foliage. A perfectly gorgeous Aster with aromatic foliage. The plants produce a splendid show of spectacular color in autumn. Perfect for late-season color in containers or in the garden, makes an excellent cut flower. Popular food plant for nectar loving butterflies! Deer resistant, drought resistant.
Foliage Color
| • | Green |
Maintenance and Care
| • | Drought Tolerant |
Critter Resistance
| • | Deer Resistant |
Flower Color
| • | Lavender |
Programs
| • | American Beauties Native Plants® |
Season of Interest (Flowering)
| • | Fall |
Exposure
| • | Full Sun |
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Aster oblongifolius 'October Skies'
Grow in full sun in average to dry soil. Cut back after flowering to prevent the spread of variable seedlings. Feed with organic fertilizer monthly during growing season.