Aster, Kickin Sapphire Aster
SKU #'s
- 1008018
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Kickin' Sapphire Aster is a mounding perennial with glossy dark green lance like foliage. Clusters of small semi-double blue-violet flowers with yellow centers bloom from late summer to mid fall. Grows best in full sun and rich well-drained soils.
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Type: |
Perennial |
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Origins: |
East and Central N. America, GA Native |
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Height: |
2’ - 3’ |
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Spread: |
2’ - 3’ |
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Spacing: |
2.5’ |
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USDA Hardiness Zone: |
4 - 8 |
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Culture: |
Full Sun |
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Bloom Color: |
Blue |
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Season of Interest: |
Summer, Fall |
MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low Maintenance Plant. Susceptible to powdery mildew if in poorly-drained soil. Cut stalks after flowering to prevent self-seeding.
LANDSCAPE USES: Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Woodland Gardens, Wildlife Gardens, Naturalized Areas, and Containers.
COMPANION PLANTS: Goldenrod, Marsh Blazing Star, Big Bluestem
*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown.
