Aster cordifolius ~ Blue Wood Aster

Blue Wood Aster is a somewhat weedy native evergreen perennial with sharply toothed heart shaped foliage that forms a basal rosette.  Slightly arching branched stems sport clusters of soft blue daisy-like flowers with yellow centers from late summer into fall.  Grows best with full sun and well-drained soils.  Good drought and heat tolerance.  Also known as Symphyotrichum cordifolium. Type:  Perennial Origins: East and Central N. America, GA Native Height:  2' - 5' Spread:  1.5’ - 2' Spacing:  1.5' USDA Hardiness Zone:  3 - 8 Culture:  Full Sun, Part Sun Bloom Color:  Blue Season of Interest:  Summer, Fall, Year-Round MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low Maintenance.  Some susceptibility to powdery mildew, rust, and leaf spot.  Aster wilt may occur in poorly drained soils.  Taller stems may need to be staked.  LANDSCAPE USES:  Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Naturalized Areas, Woodland Gardens, Rock Gardens, and Containers. COMPANION PL