Smooth Blue Aster Seeds – Symphyotrichum laeve, Native Perennial, 100 Seeds
About This Plant
Smooth Blue Aster (Symphyotrichum laeve) is a native perennial wildflower known for lavender-blue, daisy-like flowers with golden centers. It features smooth blue-green foliage, an upright habit, and long-lived performance in a variety of landscapes. Blooms occur from late summer through fall and provides nectar for bees, butterflies, and migrating pollinators. Prefers dry to medium, well-drained soils and can tolerate dry conditions once established.
What You Will Receive
100 fresh, viable seeds. Open-pollinated, untreated seeds. Carefully packaged for successful sowing.
Growing Information
Common Name: Smooth Blue Aster
Botanical Name: Symphyotrichum laeve
Plant Type: Native perennial wildflower
Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Dry to medium, well-drained soil
Height: 2–4 feet
Bloom Time: Late summer to fall
Flower Color: Blue to lavender
Native Range: Eastern & Central North America
Cold Hardiness: USDA zones 3–8
Cold Stratification: Required (30–60 days)
Sowing notes: Seeds are best fall sown or cold stratified before spring planting. Seeds may establish with slow rhizome spreading over time. Enjoy sunny sites with good drainage.