Aster novi-belgii 'Blue Lagoon'

michaelmas daisy, New Belgium aster, New York aster or fall aster

Family	Compositae
Plant Type	herbaceous perennial
Zone	USDA: 4a - 8b RHS: H EGF: H1 - H4 Australia: 1 - 2
Care Level	low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height	30 - 70 cm (1 - 2 ft)
Spread	45 - 75 cm (1.5 - 2.5 ft)
Light	full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture	average, well-drained
Soil Type	clay to sandy
Soil pH	acidic to alkaline

Description	The herbaceous perennial Aster novi-belgii 'Blue Lagoon' (michaelmas daisy) bears showy, faded violet and fragrant blossoms during early summer to early autumn. The matte foliage is greyish green in colour and medium in texture.
Typical Uses	Accent, bedding plant, border, container, cut flowers, mass planting and wild flower.
Special Characteristics	This herbaceous perennial attracts butterflies to your garden. Aster novi-belgii 'Blue Lagoon' is noted for being naturally resistant to rabbits.
Cautions	This plant is self-sowing, and without intervention may spread broadly and randomly.