Family: Asteraceae Aster
| Type | Perennial |
| USDA Hardiness range | 4A - 8A |
| Exposure | Full sun |
| Bloom color | Blue, lavender |
| Bloom time | Late Summer to Late Fall |
| Water needs | Moist |
| Landscape uses | Border, rock garden |
| Height | 12" to 16" / 30cm to 40cm |
| Spread | 18" to 24" / 45cm to 60cm |
| Growth rate | Moderate |
| Bloom attributes | Suitable for cut flowers |
| Leaf color | Green |
| Fruit color | Brown |
| Soil pH requirements | Neutral |
| Soil type | Sandy, clay, loamy |
| Form | Rounded |
| Attributes and features | Native to North America, naturalizing |