Texas Aster

Texas Fall Aster

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Common Name: Texas (Fall) Aster
Botanical Name: Aster oblongifolius
Plant Type: Perennial
USDA Hardiness Zone: 5
AHS Heat Zone: 12 to 6
Light Requirements: Full Sun; Partial Shade
Water Usage: Low; Medium
Soil Type: Well-Drained to Moderate
Height: 3 ft.
Spread: 4 ft.
Season of Bloom: September to November
Bloom Color: Lavender
Deciduous/Evergreen: Deciduous
Native TX Plant: Native
Wildlife Value: Butterflies (nectar and larval food source)

Fall Asters add exciting color to the landscape from September to November when most all other perennials have stopped blooming. The plants mound at 2' - 3' and are covered with 1 1/2" wide lavender flowers. Excellent drought tolerance. Prefers a sunny, well-drained location, but will flower in partial shade.


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