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ASTER AZUREUS | Sky Blue Aster

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Sky Blue Aster (Aster azureus) Also known as Symphyotrichum oolentangiensis. Found throughout the Tallgrass Prairie region in a dizzying array of habitats from marshes to woodlands. Aster colonies frequently cover large areas. Prefers full sun to mesic and dry conditions.  Excellent border plant.  Often quite striking in color, the asters bloom from July through the first hard frost.  Butterflies, bees and wasps are attracted to Sky Blue Aster.

From the Greek, "Aster" in reference to the shape of the flower and its bracts. At least 200 species are found across North America with dozens in the Tallgrass Praire region alone.

 
Sun Exposure               Prairie, Savanna
Soil Moisture Mesic, Dry Mesic, Dry
Bloom Time Summer, Fall
July, August, September, October
Bloom Color Blue
Max Height 3 feet
Wetland Code UPL
Germ Code  A, G
Seeds Per Packet  1000
Seeds Per Ounce   80,000

 

Several tribes used the smoke from burning aster plants to assist in reviving persons who had fainted. Some other Native American tribes brewed a tea from aster plants to relieve headaches. In our area, the Meskwaki would make a smudge from Aster laeteriflorus to treat insanity (we tried it here, but our seed department crew is still a little off).

Edible Uses:  Unknown

Medicinal Uses: Unknown

Herbal Uses: Unknown

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  1. Generally good shape 4 Star Review

    Posted by on 1st Sep 2014

    Some of the younger leaves were chlorotic, but otherwise they were in acceptable shape for plugs.