Skyblue Aster (Aster oolentangiensis, Aster azureus (Symphyotrichum oolentangiense))-Hort Answers - University of Illinois Extension
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Skyblue Aster
Aster oolentangiensis, Aster azureus (Symphyotrichum oolentangiense)

Skyblue Aster
Skyblue Aster
 
Features
Blue asters. 
 
Culture

Full sun to partial shade; moist, well drained soils. Drought tolerant.

 
 
Mature Height
3-4 Feet
 
Native To:
Illinois
Indiana
Iowa
Michigan
Missouri
Ohio
Wisconsin
 
USDA Hardiness Zone
3 - 9 
 
Bloom Color
Blue
 
 
Bloom Season
August - November
 
Soil Conditions
Dry
Moist, Well-Drained
 
 
Exposure/Light Requirements
Full Sun
Partial Sun/Shade
 
 
Pests and Problems

Environmental Damage


Additional pests and problems that may affect this plant:

No serious insect or disease problems. Powdery mildew is an occasional problem.
 
Additional Notes
Found in prairies and savannas.