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Aster 'Wood's Blue' (aster)

Aster 'Wood's Blue'

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(syn. Symphyotrichum)

This member of the Wood's Aster group has the typical low rounded habit and profuse blooming associated with all three. 'Wood's Blue' has perfectly clean foliage, and in the early fall it is covered with clear, medium blue flowers with gold centers. Bred for compact habit, long bloom period and heavy flowering, all of the Wood's Asters are outstanding pot crops and should be used far more often as a sturdy perennial alternative for mums.

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Height

12-15 Inches

Spread

12-24 Inches

Spacing

12-18 Inches

Bloom Color

Blue

USDA Hardiness Zone 5-8

aster Interesting Notes

To the best of our ability, we've tracked this group of remarkable selections back to nurseryman Edsel (Ed) Wood of Portland, Oregon. They were introduced by Lynn Caton.

Aster 'Wood's Blue' Growing and Maintenance Tips

Grow in full sun and moist to average soil. Makes an excellent container plant or front of the garden feature.

Good Substitutions

aster Aster 'Wood's Pink'
aster Aster 'Wood's Purple'

Key Characteristics & Attributes

Full Sun
Full Sun
Moist
Moist
Pollinator-friendly
Pollinator-friendly
Deer Resistant
Deer Resistant

Additional Information

Soil Moisture Needs
Average
Plug Type
Horticultural Plug
Season of Interest (Flowering)
Fall
Propagation Type
Vegetative