ASTER OOLENTANGIENSIS / SWAMP ASTER

ASTER OOLENTANGIENSIS / SWAMP ASTER

A Beautiful, Moisture-Loving Perennial with Late-Season Blooms

Aster oolentangiensis, commonly known as Swamp Aster, is a graceful perennial that thrives in moist, well-drained soils. With its delicate, light purple to sky-blue flowers, it adds a burst of color to the garden in late summer to fall. This aster is perfect for rain gardens, wet meadows, or any garden with moisture-rich soil. Its ability to attract pollinators and its elegant appearance make it a wonderful addition to gardens seeking late-season interest.

Why Choose Swamp Aster?

• Late-Season Blooms: Sky-blue to purple flowers bloom from late summer to fall, extending your garden’s color during the cooler months.

• Moisture-Loving: Ideal for rain gardens or wetland areas, as it thrives in moist, well-drained soils.

• Pollinator Friendly: Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators, offering late-season nectar when many other plants have finished blooming.

• Graceful Growth: Its compact, upright growth habit adds delicate beauty to garden beds, borders, and wildflower gardens.

Key Features

• Light Purple to Sky-Blue Flowers: Delicate flowers with yellow centers provide a soft, soothing touch to the late-season landscape.

• Upright, Compact Growth Habit: Grows 2–3 feet tall, making it perfect for filling in garden spaces without overwhelming other plants.

• Lance-Shaped Foliage: Narrow, lance-shaped leaves create a complementary background to the flowers.

• Deer Resistant: This plant is relatively resistant to deer browsing, ensuring it remains intact in deer-prone areas.

Specifications

• Plant Size: Typically grows 2–3 feet tall and 18–24 inches wide.

• Hardiness: USDA Zones 4–8, suitable for a variety of temperate climates.

• Sunlight: Prefers full sun to partial shade for best growth and flowering.

• Soil Requirements: Moist, well-drained soil; ideal for rain gardens or moist, naturally wet environments.

Ideal Uses

• Rain Gardens: Perfect for gardens with heavy moisture, such as rain gardens or low-lying areas.

• Pollinator Gardens: A valuable source of nectar for bees and butterflies, making it a must-have for pollinator-friendly plantings.

• Borders & Wildflower Gardens: Adds late-season color and height to garden beds, borders, and naturalized areas.

• Moisture-Rich Areas: Excellent for planting in spots that are prone to moisture, like near streams, ponds, or wetlands.

Aster oolentangiensis, or Swamp Aster, is a beautiful addition to any garden with moist, well-drained soils. Its late-season blooms, moisture tolerance, and pollinator benefits make it an excellent choice for rain gardens, wet meadows, and wildflower gardens. With its elegant, sky-blue flowers and graceful habit, it brings color and life to the garden as the season winds down.

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