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Wood's Blue New York Aster

Aster novi-belgii 'Wood's Blue'

Pronunciation: ASS-ter NO-vee BEL-jee-eye
SKU #02389
4-8

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LIGHT: Full sun, Partial sun
WATER: Keep soil moist, but not soggy.
SIZE: Fast growing; reaches 16 in. tall, 12 to 14 in. wide.

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Description An excellent dwarf aster for border fronts and small gardens. Dense, mounding plants have attractive, fine textured foliage. Dainty, purple, yellow-centered. daisy-like flowers bloom in summer, continuing well into fall, at a time when few plants are in color. An herbaceous perennial.
Bloom Time Late summer to early fall
Deciduous/Evergreen Herbaceous
Special Features Attracts Butterflies, Easy Care, Attracts Pollinators, Compact Form, Benefits Birds
Problems/Solutions Deer Resistant, Very Wet Areas
Growth Rate Fast
Flower Attributes Flowers for Cutting, Showy Flowers
Landscape Use Border, Container
Flower Color Purple
Foliage Color Green
Companion Plants Blanket Flower (Gaillardia); Black-Eyed Susan (Rudbeckia); Coneflower (Echinacea); Blue Fescue (Festuca); Shasta Daisy (Chrysanthemum)
Care Instructions Thrives in moist, fertile, slightly acidic, well-drained soils but highly adaptable. Prefers cool summer climates. Water deeply, regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. For a neat, tidy appearance, remove old foliage before new leaves emerge. Divide clumps every 2 to 3 years in early spring.
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DescriptionAn excellent dwarf aster for border fronts and small gardens. Dense, mounding plants have attractive, fine textured foliage. Dainty, purple, yellow-centered. daisy-like flowers bloom in summer, continuing well into fall, at a time when few plants are in color. An herbaceous perennial.
Bloom TimeLate summer to early fall
Deciduous/EvergreenHerbaceous
Special FeaturesAttracts Butterflies, Easy Care, Attracts Pollinators, Compact Form, Benefits Birds
Problems/SolutionsDeer Resistant, Very Wet Areas
Growth RateFast
Flower AttributesFlowers for Cutting, Showy Flowers
Style
Landscape UseBorder, Container
Flower ColorPurple
Foliage ColorGreen
Companion PlantsBlanket Flower (Gaillardia); Black-Eyed Susan (Rudbeckia); Coneflower (Echinacea); Blue Fescue (Festuca); Shasta Daisy (Chrysanthemum)
Care
Care InstructionsThrives in moist, fertile, slightly acidic, well-drained soils but highly adaptable. Prefers cool summer climates. Water deeply, regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. For a neat, tidy appearance, remove old foliage before new leaves emerge. Divide clumps every 2 to 3 years in early spring.

Frequently asked questions

Does Wood's Blue New York Aster produce flowers?
Late summer to early fall
Is Wood's Blue New York Aster evergreen or deciduous?
Wood's Blue New York Aster is Herbaceous.
What are the special features of Wood's Blue New York Aster?
Wood's Blue New York Aster is Attracts Butterflies, Easy Care, Attracts Pollinators, Compact Form, Benefits Birds.
Is Wood's Blue New York Aster resistant to pests or animals?
Deer Resistant, Very Wet Areas
How fast does Wood's Blue New York Aster grow?
Wood's Blue New York Aster has a Fast growth rate.
Where can I use Wood's Blue New York Aster in my landscape?
Wood's Blue New York Aster is suitable for: Border, Container.
What color are Wood's Blue New York Aster flowers?
Wood's Blue New York Aster produces Purple flowers.
What color is the foliage of Wood's Blue New York Aster?
Wood's Blue New York Aster has Green foliage.
What plants grow well with Wood's Blue New York Aster?
Good companion plants for Wood's Blue New York Aster include: Blanket Flower (Gaillardia); Black-Eyed Susan (Rudbeckia); Coneflower (Echinacea); Blue Fescue (Festuca); Shasta Daisy (Chrysanthemum).
How do I care for Wood's Blue New York Aster?
Thrives in moist, fertile, slightly acidic, well-drained soils but highly adaptable. Prefers cool summer climates. Water deeply, regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. For a neat, tidy appearance, remove old foliage before new leaves emerge. Divide clumps every 2 to 3 years in early spring.

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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.