Name: Aster oblongifolius October Skies #1
Brand: The Siebenthaler Company
SKU: Aster oblongifolius October Skies #1
Price: 13.99 USD
Availability: InStock

October Skies Blue Aster

Low mounds of sky-blue flowers, aromatic foliage, pollinator favorite

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A native aster attractive to butterflies. Medium blue, fine textured flowers bloom from September to October. Tolerant of drought and poor soil. Good for mass plantings. A great late season food source for pollinators. (syn. Symphytricum oblongifolium 'October Skies') 18"

Botanical Name- Aster oblongifolius October Skies

Pronunciation- ASS-ter ob-long-ih-FOH-lee-us

Foliage- Deciduous

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Mature Height-

Sun Exposure- Full Sun

Soil Preferences- Average, well drained

Current Size- #1

Bloom Color- Blue

Bloom Time- September to October

Companion Plants- Panicum virgatum 'Shenandoah' (complementary fall color)

Fauna Attracted- Bees (bumble, honey), butterflies (monarchs, painted ladies), beneficial wasps

Plant Habit- Perennial

Care Rating- Easy

Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin - PP50B

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

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

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