Plant of Merit: Woods Blue New York Aster
Published 1:30 am Thursday, September 15, 2016
What: Woods Blue New York Aster – Aster novi-belgii ‘Wood’s Blue’
A favorite dwarf perennial aster, Woods Blue is an excellent selection for a position near the front of a border. During the late summer into fall, it is packed with blue flowers highlighted by a golden eye. Place it near yellow roses or dahlias to enhance the color selections of the fall garden. Wood’s Blue Aster is a good cut flower, so will work well in bouquets to be brought indoors or given to friends.
Size: A diminutive 12 inches tall by 18 inches wide make this aster an easily managed plant.
Where: Asters thrive in full sun.
See it: Check local full-service nurseries.
— Sandra Schumacher
