Aster 'Woods Light Blue' is a compact, mounding aster covered in soft light blue daisy like flowers with yellow centers in late summer to fall. Its tidy habit and heavy bloom make it an excellent choice for adding long lasting color to the front of borders and pollinator gardens. Height & Spread: 12 - 18 in x 12 - 18 in Bloom Time: Late summer to fall Light Requirements: Full sun Soil Preference: Average, well drained soils Watering Needs: Moderate Deer Resistance: Moderate deer resistance Native Status Hybrid cultivar derived from North American aster species. WILDLIFE & INSECTS Butterflies Attracts Monarchs and other late season butterflies in search of nectar. Bees Provides an important late season nectar source for native bees. Pollinators Supports a wide range of beneficial insects during the fall transition period. Spacing & Landscape Use Spacing Recommendations Space 12 - 18 in apart for dense, mounded coverage. Landscape Placement Ideal for borders, edging, and pollinator gardens where late season color is needed. Companion Plants Solidago 'Little Lemon' - Adds bright yellow contrast and supports late season pollinators. Salvia nemorosa - Provides earlier season structure and contrasting form. Coreopsis verticillata - Extends bloom interest and softens planting texture. Schizachyrium scoparium - Adds vertical movement and warm fall tones behind compact plants.
