ASTER laevis (Smooth Aster)
Smooth blue aster is smooth to touch. It has lavender blue star shaped flowers. It attracts many species of butterflies including Pearl Crescent butterfly and provide them with ample of nectar. It is extremely easy to grow and requires low maintenance. It can grow in any type of soil. It is a top-rated wild flower. These flowers must be planted in every garden.
| Number of Seeds | Max Coverage Area (Square Ft.) | |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5OZ | 28,125 | 500 |
| 1OZ | 56,250 | 1,000 |
| 1/4LB | 225,000 | 4,000 |
| 1/2LB | 450,000 | 8,000 |
| 1LB | 900,000 | 16,000 |
| 5LB | 4,500,000 | 80,000 |
Scientific name: Aster laevis
Common name: Smooth blue aster
Plant type: Herbaceous perennial
Family: Asteraceae
Native range: North America
Full growth height: 2 to 3 feet
Width in across: 2 to 4 feet
Exposure: Full sun
Blooming season: Aug, Sep, Oct
Flower: Showy
Pollinators: Drought, erosion, dry Soil, shallow-rocky soil
Flower color: Lavender, blue
Tolerate: Deer, drought,
Water requirement: Dry to medium
Soil type: Loam, sandy
Zones: 4 to 8