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Symphyotrichum oblongifolium ‘Raydon’s Favorite’ (Aromatic Aster)

Aromatic Aster 'Raydon’s Favorite', Fall Aster 'Raydon’s Favorite', Aster obligonfolius 'Raydon’s Favorite'

Symphyotrichum oblongifolium 'Raydon’s Favorite',Aromatic Aster 'Raydon’s Favorite', Fall Aster 'Raydon’s Favorite', Aster obligonfolius 'Raydon’s Favorite'
Symphyotrichum oblongifolium 'Raydon’s Favorite',Aromatic Aster 'Raydon’s Favorite', Fall Aster 'Raydon’s Favorite', Aster obligonfolius 'Raydon’s Favorite'
Symphyotrichum oblongifolium 'Raydon’s Favorite',Aromatic Aster 'Raydon’s Favorite', Fall Aster 'Raydon’s Favorite', Aster obligonfolius 'Raydon’s Favorite'
Symphyotrichum oblongifolium 'Raydon’s Favorite',Aromatic Aster 'Raydon’s Favorite', Fall Aster 'Raydon’s Favorite', Aster obligonfolius 'Raydon’s Favorite'

Reliable and extremely showy, Symphyotrichum oblongifolium ‘Raydon’s Favorite’ (Aromatic Aster) is a compact perennial forming a mound of radiant color from late summer to fall with its profuse, violet-blue daisy-like flowers adorned with deep yellow centers. The blossoms are borne on stiff, well-branched, hairy stems clad with slender, blue-green leaves, 1 in. long (2.5 cm). The foliage is pleasantly aromatic, with a hint of mint, when crushed. Aromatic Aster is easy to grow, long-lived, brings cheerful fall color and is a great source of nectar for butterflies.

  • Grows up to 24-36 in. tall (60-90 cm) and 12-18 in. wide (20-45cm). Aromatic Aster self-sows where happy.
  • Thrives in full sun in average, dry to medium moisture, well-drained soils. Sandy or clay soils are welcomed. Provide good air circulation to avoid foliage diseases such as powdery mildew. Drought, salt and poor soil tolerant.
  • Vital ingredient of late summer and fall beds and borders, cottage gardens, prairies and meadows or butterfly gardens. Perfect for containers and small gardens. Valued for the excellent quality of its cut flowers.
  • Asters are a must if you are trying to attract birds or butterflies!
  • No serious pest or disease issues. Keep an eye out for powdery mildew. Deer and rabbit resistant.
  • Pinch back stems before midsummer to promote bushiness, produce a greater number of flowers and control the plant height (to avoid flopping). After it goes dormant, cut back to the basal rosette in late fall, early winter.
  • Cutting back after flowering will prevent undesired self-seeding.

Requirements

Hardiness 3 - 8
Heat Zones 1 - 8
Plant Type Perennials
Plant Family Compositae
Genus Aster
Common names Fall Aster, Aromatic Aster, Aster
Exposure Full Sun
Season of Interest Summer (Late)
Fall
Height 2' - 3'
(60cm - 90cm)
Spread 1' - 2'
(30cm - 60cm)
Spacing 18" (50cm)
Maintenance Average
Water Needs Low
Soil Type Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pH Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil Drainage Well-Drained
Characteristics Fragrant, Showy
Tolerance Drought, Salt, Dry Soil, Rocky Soil, Clay Soil
Attracts Birds, Butterflies
Garden Uses Beds And Borders, Ground Covers, Patio And Containers, Small Gardens
Garden Styles Traditional Garden, Coastal Garden, Informal and Cottage, Prairie and Meadow
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Symphyotrichum chilense (Pacific Aster)
Symphyotrichum lanceolatum (White Panicle Aster)

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While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.
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Requirements

Hardiness 3 - 8
Heat Zones 1 - 8
Plant Type Perennials
Plant Family Compositae
Genus Aster
Common names Fall Aster, Aromatic Aster, Aster
Exposure Full Sun
Season of Interest Summer (Late)
Fall
Height 2' - 3'
(60cm - 90cm)
Spread 1' - 2'
(30cm - 60cm)
Spacing 18" (50cm)
Maintenance Average
Water Needs Low
Soil Type Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pH Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil Drainage Well-Drained
Characteristics Fragrant, Showy
Tolerance Drought, Salt, Dry Soil, Rocky Soil, Clay Soil
Attracts Birds, Butterflies
Garden Uses Beds And Borders, Ground Covers, Patio And Containers, Small Gardens
Garden Styles Traditional Garden, Coastal Garden, Informal and Cottage, Prairie and Meadow
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