Bluestone Perennials Aster Wood's
Best vibrant perennial for attracting pollinators to your garden.
A reliable, low-maintenance perennial that brings a vibrant splash of gentian blue to the garden just as the season winds down. Its compact, fine-textured habit makes it an ideal choice for borders or containers, offering a late-season nectar source for pollinators.
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Who it's for
- Gardeners desiring vivid color and extended bloom in autumn
- Eco-conscious individuals aiming to boost local biodiversity
- Busy gardeners seeking resilient, low-maintenance, and deer-proof plants
Who should skip it
- Gardeners in humid regions or with dense planting areas
- Homeowners with predominantly shady garden beds
- Gardeners with small spaces or those preferring strictly contained plants
Performance breakdown
Pollinator Impact
Critical late-season nectar source for bees and butterflies when others fade.
Deer Resistance
Reliably deters browsing animals, saving you from constant garden maintenance.
Seasonal Versatility
Compact habit works beautifully in both garden borders and patio containers.
Environmental Resilience
Thrives in clay soils and coastal conditions with impressive salt tolerance.
Bloom Duration
Provides consistent, vibrant color from early autumn through the first frost.
Maintenance Ease
A durable, long-lived perennial that requires minimal fuss to thrive.
Key Specs
Plant Type
Perennial
Mature Height
1.0 feet
Mature Spread
1.33 feet
Bloom Time
Fall
Sun Exposure
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Watering Needs
Moderate
Soil Type
Clay, Normal
USDA Hardiness Zones
4-8
Flower Color
Blue
Foliage Type
Fine-textured
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