Smooth Aster (Aster laevis (Symphyotrichum laeve))-Hort Answers - University of Illinois Extension
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Wildflowers

Smooth Aster
Aster laevis (Symphyotrichum laeve)

Flowers of Smooth Aster
Flowers of Smooth Aster
 
Features
Blue daisy-like flowers. 
 
Culture

Full sun; moist, well drained to dry soils.

 
 
Mature Height
1-3 Feet
 
Native To:
Illinois
Indiana
Iowa
Michigan
Missouri
Ohio
Wisconsin
 
USDA Hardiness Zone
3 - 8 
 
Bloom Color
Blue
 
 
Bloom Season
August - October
 
Soil Conditions
Dry
Moist, Well-Drained
 
 
Exposure/Light Requirements
Full Sun
 
 
Pests and Problems

Environmental Damage


Additional pests and problems that may affect this plant:

No serious insect or disease problems.
 
Additional Notes
Smooth Aster is commonly found along the edges of woods and in dry soils.