Aster oblongifolius Raydon's Favorite #1

Aster oblongifolius Raydon&

Aster oblongifolius Raydon's Favorite #1

Raydon's Aromatic Aster
Lavender-blue blooms, minty-scented foliage, showy fall performer
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A multitude of starry blue-purple daisies appear in late summer and last for up to two months. Attractive to butterflies. A great late season food source for pollinators. Deer resistant. Native. (syn. Symphyotrichum oblongifolium) Grows to 3'
Botanical Name- Aster oblongifolius Raydon's Favorite
Pronunciation- ASS-ter ob-long-ih-FOH-lee-us
Foliage- Deciduous
Mature Width-
Mature Height-
Sun Exposure- Full sun to part sun
Soil Preferences- Average, well drained
Current Size- #1
Bloom Color- Blue purple
Bloom Time- August - October
Companion Plants- Rudbeckia subtomentosa 'Henry Eilers' (fall color combo)
Fauna Attracted- Bees (bumble, honey), butterflies (monarchs, painted ladies), beneficial wasps
Plant Habit- Perennial
  • Care Rating- Easy
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin - PP51B
Yearly Care Instructions- Cut back old stems in early spring to promote fresh growth. Thrives in full sun and tolerates drought once established. A thin layer of compost in spring is beneficial.
Trimming Instructions- Remove old stems in spring. Pinch once in early summer for a fuller plant.
Fertilization Instructions- Apply a balanced fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14) once in early spring; moderate feeding need. Too much nitrogen in clay can lead to lanky growth and fewer blooms.
Fertilizer Recommendation- Flower-tone
Possible Issues- Powdery mildew, aphids

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