Aster tataricus
Siberian Aster
Description
This herbaceous perennial will grow 3-6' high and 2-3' wide. It produces violet/blue flowers with yellow centers and does best in full sun with medium moisture.
Plant Type
Perennial
Height Range
6-12'
Flower Color
Blue
Flower Season
Fall
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Poor
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
English Cottage, Meadow, Ranch, Woodland
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Fall
Location Uses
Entry, Perennial Border, Foundation, Patio
Special Uses
Cut Flowers
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
In shrub areas, convert from spray sprinklers to bubbler or drip systems that apply water directly to roots.
Occasionally check the soil's moisture level around shrubs before and after watering to determine if watering times are appropriate.