Mackey's Live Goods
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Aster, Bluebird Smooth Aster
$17.99
- Delivery Available with Online Checkout
- Not Available In-store at Colchester Mackey's
- Available In-store at Willimantic Mackey's
- Not Available In-store at Woodstock Mackey's
'Bluebird' covers itself in a thick blanket of long, narrow, medium to deep green foliage throughout the season with masses of buds forming at the top of the plant in August. These burst into color late in the month producing 1" diameter, blue rayed, yellow centered daisies well into October.
- Dense and rounded
- Easy to grow fall bloomer
- A favorite of your local butterflies
- Amazing color and consistency.
- One of the last of your garden's bloomers
- A magnet for nectar seeking butterflies.
- Plant it in full sun and in groups to maximize the flower/butterfly show in the garden.
Hardiness Zone: 4-8
Height: 30-36 in
Spread: 24-30 in
Bloom Color: Blue Shades, Purple Shades
Foliage Color: Green Shades
Growing & Maintenance Tips:
- Grows best in full sun and a wide range of soils.
- Planting in shade will produce fewer blooms and the tall stalks may need to be supported.
