Aster oblongifolius 'October Skies'

Aster - Aromatic

'October Skies' Aromatic Aster has medium blue flowers in September and October. 'October Skies' is tolerant of dry, poor soil sites. A Primrose Path introduction (New name is Symphyotricum oblongifolium).

PRN Preferred: Shorter height and denser growth than the species. Long bloom time.

Height

24 Inches

Spread

24 Inches

Bloom Color

Blue

USDA Hardiness Zone

Characteristics & Attributes

Attributes

•	Cut Flower
•	Groundcover
•	Native

Soil Conditions

•	Average
•	Dry

Bloom Time

•

Fall

Exposure

•

Sun

Special Recognition

•	PHS Gold Medal Plant
•	PRN Preferred Selection

Attracts Wildlife

•	Attracts Butterflies
•	Attracts Pollinators

Tolerance

•	Black Walnut Tolerant
•	Drought Tolerant

Foliage Color

•

Green

Companion Plants to Aster oblongifolius 'October Skies'

Rudbeckia subtomentosa
Sweet Coneflower

Solidago rugosa 'Fireworks'
Rough Stemmed Goldenrod

Bouteloua gracilis 'Blonde Ambition'
Blue Grama

Similar Plants to Aster oblongifolius 'October Skies'

Veronica spicata 'Royal Candles'
Spiked Speedwell

Aster cordifolius 'Avondale'
Blue Wood Aster

Agastache x 'Black Adder'
Anise Hyssop