Aster – Sapphire Mist – Aster dumosus

A dense growth habit, disease resistance, and nonstop blooms are just some of Sapphires many virtues. The large, fluffy, lilac blue flowers with yellow centers create a cloud of color.
A dense growth habit, disease resistance, and nonstop blooms are just some of 'Sapphire's many virtues. The large, fluffy, lilac blue flowers with yellow centers create a cloud of color.
Features
A dense growth habit, disease resistance, and nonstop blooms are just some of Sapphires many virtues. The large, fluffy, lilac blue flowers with yellow centers create a cloud of color.
A dense growth habit, disease resistance, and nonstop blooms are just some of 'Sapphire's many virtues. The large, fluffy, lilac blue flowers with yellow centers create a cloud of color.
Attracts: Butterflies
Resists: Deer
Award Winner
Dead-Heading Not Necessary
Drought Tolerant
Fall Interest
Maintenance Notes
Self-cleaning, no deadheading necessary.
Uses Notes
Plant alone or in combinations in all container types and landscapes
Maintenance Category Easy
Water Category Average
Bloom Time
Flower Form Container, Landscape
pH B - pH 5.8 - 6.2
EC (2:1 Extraction Method) 0.6 - 0.9
Fertilization 150 - 200
Light Requirements High
Water Requirements Moderate to Moist
Rooting Out Temperature 65 - 72° Fahrenheit
Growing On Temperature 55 - 65° Fahrenheit
Holding Temperature 40 - 50° Fahrenheit
Planting and Timing Information
Early Spring through Fall Finish. Standard PPP.
Finishing Times [weeks]
4-5" and Quart Pot : 8-9
6" and Gallon Pot : 8-9
7-9" Pot : 9-10
10-12" and Two Gallon Pot :
Pinching and Growth Regulators
Pinch 1-2 times: soft pinch at liner planting & again 4 weeks later to maintain even growth.
Pest and Disease Management
General pest and disease practices as listed in notes.