Aster (Symphyotrichum) laevis ‘Bluebird’
Aster laevis 'Bluebird' now known as Symphyotrichum laeve, has clusters of small, blue daisy-like flowers and green foliage.
Aster laevis, now known scientifically as Symphyotrichum laevis, is a North American native. ‘Bluebird’ has clusters of small, strikingly blue, daisy-like flowers with yellow centres that perch on tall stems. After flowering, small seed heads appear and remain attractive in the winter garden. The foliage is lance-shaped, smooth and blue-green looking great all season long. Growth habit is 30 to 36 inches tall with a 24 to 30 inch spread. Cold hardy and easy maintenance. Use in the border, cottage, butterfly and native gardens, plant enmasse for a spectacular effect. Bird and pollinator attractor.
Common Name: Smooth Aster
Family: Asteraceae (The Aster Family)
Zone Hardiness: 4-8
Light: Full Sun, Part Shade
Height: 2-4'
Width: 2-3'
Primary Bloom Colour: Blue
Secondary Bloom Colour: Yellow
Foliage Colour: Green, Bluish
Class: Deciduous
Type: Perennial
Bloom Time: Summer, Fall
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Fragrance: No
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Benefits: Butterflies Bees
Deer Resistant: Unknown
BC Native: No
Native Habitat: From well-drained mountainous sites to moist woodlands.
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