| | | Family | Compositae | | Plant Type | herbaceous perennial | | Zone | USDA: 3a - 8b RHS: H EGF: H1 - H4 Australia: 1 - 2 | | Care Level | low, easy, suitable for beginners. | | Height | 0.6 - 1.5 m (2 - 5 ft) | | Spread | 45 - 60 cm (1.5 - 2 ft) | | Light | full sun to partial shade | | Soil Moisture | low to average, well-drained | | Soil Type | | | Soil pH | | | | Description | Aster cordifolius (aster) bears showy and pale cyan blossoms during late summer to early fall. This herbaceous perennial has deep aquamarine foliage. | | Special Characteristics | This herbaceous perennial attracts butterflies to your garden. | | Cautions | Depending upon your local conditions, Aster cordifolius (aster) may be invasive. | | |