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.
Hardiness |
3 - 8 |
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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 |
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 |
How many Symphyotrichum oblongifolium ‘Raydon’s Favorite’ (Aromatic Aster) do I need for my garden?
Plant | Quantity | |
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Symphyotrichum oblongifolium ‘Raydon’s Favorite’ (Aromatic Aster) | N/A | Buy Plants |
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