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Smooth Aster

Symphyotrichum Laeve 'Bluebird'

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Overview

The Smooth Aster 'Bluebird' (Symphyotrichum laeve) is a vibrant North American perennial. This hardy aster thrives in zones 4-8, reaching 2-3 feet in height and spreading up to 2 feet. Its noteworthy sky-blue flowers bloom profusely in fall, attracting butterflies and bees. Preferring full sun to part shade, it is adaptable to various soils. 'Bluebird’s' upright habit and disease resistance make it an excellent choice for mixed borders and wildflower gardens.

Sun FullWater MediumZones 3–8
Smooth Aster (Symphyotrichum Laeve 'Bluebird') — The Smooth Aster 'Bluebird' (Symphyotrichum laeve) is a vibrant North American perennial

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Medium
USDA zones
3–8

Shape & size

Mature height
2–3 Ft.
Mature width
3–4 Ft.

Classification

Family
Asteraceae

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Smooth Aster (Symphyotrichum Laeve 'Bluebird') — perennial with blue blooms; this plant prefers full sun to part shade and thrives in well-drained, image 53
Smooth Aster (Symphyotrichum Laeve 'Bluebird') — perennial for full; enriching your client's garden with both beauty and biodiversity, image 54
Smooth Aster (Symphyotrichum Laeve 'Bluebird') — and a light pruning in late winter prepares it for the upcoming growing season; blue flowers in, image 49
Smooth Aster (Symphyotrichum Laeve 'Bluebird') — blue flowers in the garden; the Smooth Aster 'Bluebird' (Symphyotrichum laeve) is a vibrant North, image 52
Smooth Aster (Symphyotrichum Laeve 'Bluebird') — enriching your client's garden with both beauty and biodiversity; but deadheading can encourage a, image 51
Smooth Aster (Symphyotrichum Laeve 'Bluebird') — this variety is resistant to many pests and diseases; is a captivating perennial that should be a, image 50
Smooth Aster (Symphyotrichum Laeve 'Bluebird') — This hardy aster thrives in zones 4-8, reaching 2-3 feet in height and spreading up to 2 feet, image 56
Smooth Aster (Symphyotrichum Laeve 'Bluebird') — The Smooth Aster 'Bluebird' (Symphyotrichum laeve) is a vibrant North American perennial, image 55
Smooth Aster (Symphyotrichum Laeve 'Bluebird') — Its noteworthy sky-blue flowers bloom profusely in fall, attracting butterflies and bees, image 57
Smooth Aster (Symphyotrichum Laeve 'Bluebird') — is a captivating perennial that should be a must-have in your client's garden; this variety is, image 59
Smooth Aster (Symphyotrichum Laeve 'Bluebird') — peaking around September through October.<br><br>Growing to a height of 2 to 3 feet with a similar, image 60
Smooth Aster (Symphyotrichum Laeve 'Bluebird') — Preferring full sun to part shade, it is adaptable to various soils; the Smooth Aster forms an, image 58
Smooth Aster (Symphyotrichum Laeve 'Bluebird') — With a hardiness range from USDA zones 4 through 8; and a light pruning in late winter prepares it, image 64
Smooth Aster (Symphyotrichum Laeve 'Bluebird') — the Smooth Aster forms an upright clump that is ideal for the middle or back borders of a garden, image 61
Smooth Aster (Symphyotrichum Laeve 'Bluebird') — adding dynamism to the garden ecosystem; this hardy aster thrives in zones 4-8, reaching 2-3 feet, image 65
Smooth Aster (Symphyotrichum Laeve 'Bluebird') — showcasing its adaptability to various garden conditions; peaking around September through, image 63
Smooth Aster (Symphyotrichum Laeve 'Bluebird') — This plant prefers full sun to part shade and thrives in well-drained soil; perennial with blue, image 62
Smooth Aster (Symphyotrichum Laeve 'Bluebird') — but deadheading can encourage a longer blooming period; showcasing its adaptability to various, image 66
Smooth Aster (Symphyotrichum Laeve 'Bluebird') — this variety is resistant to many pests and diseases; is a captivating perennial that should be a, image 68
Smooth Aster (Symphyotrichum Laeve 'Bluebird') — blue flowers in the garden; the Smooth Aster 'Bluebird' (Symphyotrichum laeve) is a vibrant North, image 70
Smooth Aster (Symphyotrichum Laeve 'Bluebird') — and a light pruning in late winter prepares it for the upcoming growing season; blue flowers in, image 67
Smooth Aster (Symphyotrichum Laeve 'Bluebird') — enriching your client's garden with both beauty and biodiversity; but deadheading can encourage a, image 69
Smooth Aster (Symphyotrichum Laeve 'Bluebird') — perennial with blue blooms; this plant prefers full sun to part shade and thrives in well-drained, image 71
Smooth Aster (Symphyotrichum Laeve 'Bluebird') — perennial for full; enriching your client's garden with both beauty and biodiversity, image 72

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