'Wonder of Staffa' aster (Aster  × frikartii 'Wonder of Staffa') ASS-ter ex frih-KART-ee-eye Synonyms:  Aster × frikartii 'Wunder von Stafa' Genus:  Aster This repeat-blooming aster produces bright, 2-inch-wide, violet-blue flowers from mid-summer into fall. It grows to 3 feet tall and 1 to 2 feet wide and prefers full sun and average, well-drained soil. Care:  Situate 'Wonder of Staffa' in full sun and well-drained soil. Cut plants back by half in midspring to encourage bushiness. Propagation: 

 Divide in spring.

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Overview

Height 1 ft. to 3 ft. Spread 1 ft. to 3 ft. Growth Habit Clumps Growth Pace Moderate Grower Light Full Sun Only Moisture Dry to Medium Maintenance Moderate Characteristics Showy Flowers Bloom Time Early Fall, Fall, Late Fall, Late Summer, Summer Flower Color Blue, Purple Seasonal Interest Color Type Perennials