Aster oblongifolius 'Raydon's Favorite'
$22.00 / 1G AB
Aromatic Aster ·
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Description
Aster oblongifolius 'Raydon's Favorite', commonly known as Oblongleaf Aster Cultivar, is a herbaceous perennial valued for its light purple flowers. It typically matures 2–3 feet tall and 9–12 inches wide. Grow it in full sun to partial shade in average, well-drained garden soil. Its native range or documented parentage is Central and eastern United States. Its flowers can provide seasonal forage for bees and other beneficial insects. In the landscape, it works well in mixed borders, mass plantings, and pollinator gardens. Good siting and appropriate moisture help maintain its best form through the season.
Benefits
Provides seasonal color and texture and may support pollinators or other garden wildlife.
Features
Aster oblongifolius 'Raydon's Favorite' produces purple flowers and provides cultivar-specific ornamental interest.
Native Range
Central and eastern United States
| Aster oblongifolius Raydon's Favorite | |
| Oblongleaf Aster Cultivar | |
| Full Sun to Part Sun; Average moisture; Well-drained average garden soil. Water regularly the first season, then adjust to plant preference. | |
| Garden origin / cultivated selection | |
| Native Cultivar (Nativar) | |
| Yes | |
| Yes |
| Full Sun | |
| 2 - 3 | |
| 1 - 1 |
| Violet | |
| Butterflies, Pollinators | |
| Native Garden | |
| Flower Interest | |
| Sun-Loving Perennials | |
| Upright |