Aster (Symphyotrichum) oblongifolius / AROMATIC ASTER
Aster (Symphyotrichum) oblongifolius, or Aromatic Aster, is a hardy perennial known for its late-season blooms of small, lavender to purple daisy-like flowers with bright yellow centers. It features aromatic, narrow, lance-shaped leaves that emit a subtle fragrance when crushed, adding an extra sensory experience to the garden. This variety has a compact, bushy growth habit and is perfect for wildflower meadows, naturalized gardens, or as a border plant. Aromatic Aster thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, attracting bees, butterflies, and other pollinators. With its long-lasting flowers, pleasant fragrance, and pollinator-friendly nature, Aster oblongifolius is a vibrant and low-maintenance addition to any garden.
· ORIGIN - NC native
· EXPOSURE PREFERENCE - Full sun
· FLOWER COLOR - lavender blue
· HEIGHT - 36"
· HABIT - deciduous
· MOISTURE - moist/well drained
· HARDINESS ZONES - 3-8
Gallon pot
Aster (Symphyotrichum) oblongifolius, or Aromatic Aster, is a hardy perennial known for its late-season blooms of small, lavender to purple daisy-like flowers with bright yellow centers. It features aromatic, narrow, lance-shaped leaves that emit a subtle fragrance when crushed, adding an extra sensory experience to the garden. This variety has a compact, bushy growth habit and is perfect for wildflower meadows, naturalized gardens, or as a border plant. Aromatic Aster thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, attracting bees, butterflies, and other pollinators. With its long-lasting flowers, pleasant fragrance, and pollinator-friendly nature, Aster oblongifolius is a vibrant and low-maintenance addition to any garden.
· ORIGIN - NC native
· EXPOSURE PREFERENCE - Full sun
· FLOWER COLOR - lavender blue
· HEIGHT - 36"
· HABIT - deciduous
· MOISTURE - moist/well drained
· HARDINESS ZONES - 3-8
Gallon pot
Aster (Symphyotrichum) oblongifolius, or Aromatic Aster, is a hardy perennial known for its late-season blooms of small, lavender to purple daisy-like flowers with bright yellow centers. It features aromatic, narrow, lance-shaped leaves that emit a subtle fragrance when crushed, adding an extra sensory experience to the garden. This variety has a compact, bushy growth habit and is perfect for wildflower meadows, naturalized gardens, or as a border plant. Aromatic Aster thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, attracting bees, butterflies, and other pollinators. With its long-lasting flowers, pleasant fragrance, and pollinator-friendly nature, Aster oblongifolius is a vibrant and low-maintenance addition to any garden.
· ORIGIN - NC native
· EXPOSURE PREFERENCE - Full sun
· FLOWER COLOR - lavender blue
· HEIGHT - 36"
· HABIT - deciduous
· MOISTURE - moist/well drained
· HARDINESS ZONES - 3-8
