Name: Kalimeris Blue Star #1
Brand: The Siebenthaler Company
SKU: Kalimeris Blue Star #1
Price: 13.99 USD
Availability: InStock

Blue Star Japanese Aster

Compact aster-like blooms in soft lavender, long flowering season

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An easy-to-grow, long blooming compact plant perfect for dry and clay soils. Small pale blue daisies from early summer into fall. Tolerant of heat, humidity, and drought. Attracts butterflies and pollinators. 18"

Botanical Name- Kalimeris Blue Star

Pronunciation- kal-ih-MAIR-iss

Foliage- Deciduous

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Mature Height-

Sun Exposure- Full sun to part sun

Soil Preferences- Average, well drained

Current Size- #1

Bloom Color- Blue

Bloom Time- June - October

Companion Plants- Coreopsis 'Early Sunrise' (soft blue daisies vs bright yellow)

Fauna Attracted- Bees, butterflies, hoverflies

Plant Habit- Perennial

Care Rating- Easy

Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin - PP49A

Yearly Care Instructions- Deadhead regularly; keep soil moderately moist and fertilize sparingly.

Trimming Instructions- Deadhead during blooming. Cut back in late fall to encourage new growth.

Fertilization Instructions- Apply a balanced fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14) in spring; low to moderate feeding need. Avoid over-fertilizing in clay to keep plants compact and tidy.

Fertilizer Recommendation- Flower-tone

Possible Issues- Powdery mildew, aphids

We offer in store pickup or local delivery within 20 miles of either store- Delivery and Planting Guide

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