skyblue aster

Botanical Name	Symphyotrichum oolentangiense
Common Name	skyblue aster
Family	Asteraceae
USDA Zone	3 thru 8
Light Requirement	Full Sun
Season(s) of interest	summer, fall, winter
Height and Spread	2-3ft x 1.5-2ft (60-90cm x 45-60cm)
Flower Color	Blue with Yellow Centers
Attracts Wildlife	Provides Food for Birds, Hosts Caterpillars of Butterflies/Moths, Attracts Pollinators,
Additional Information	Native to Chicago Region.
Location in Lurie Garden	Southwest Dark Plate, North Dark Plate

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