Sky Blue Aster
Symphyotrichum oolentangiense
Symphyotrichum oolentangiense (formerly Aster oolentangiensis and Aster azureus), commonly known as skyblue aster and azure aster, is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae native to eastern North America.
Quick Facts
| Scientific name | Symphyotrichum oolentangiense |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Height | 1-3 ft |
| Bloom time | Aug-Oct |
| Sun | Full sun |
| Moisture | Dry |
| Soil | Sand, loam |
| Wildlife value | Clear blue rays on dry prairie; important late nectar |
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- aarongunnar (CC BY 4.0)
- Reuven Martin (CC0)