
Common Name: Blue Star Aster
Kalimeris incisa ‘Blue Star’ — a long-blooming perennial with a loose, clumping form, valued for its masses of small pale lavender-blue daisy-like flowers with yellow centers from early summer into fall. The narrow green foliage creates a fine-textured backdrop, while the airy habit gives a soft, natural look in borders and cottage-style plantings. Type: Perennial Mature Size: Width: 18–24 in | Height: 18–24 in USDA Zones: 5a–9b Form: Upright, clumping Light: Full sun to partial shade Soil / Water: Average, well-drained soil; moderate water needs Wildlife: Bees, butterflies Features & Landscape Uses: Long bloom season from early summer into fall 🌿 Light airy texture works well in mixed borders Excellent for cottage gardens and naturalized plantings Good cut flower Care: Very easy to grow. Deadheading can encourage continued blooming, though not required. Cut back in late fall or early spring. Divide every few years to maintain vigor.
| Plant Type: | Perennial |
| Width: | 18-24'' |
| Height: | 18-24" |
| Fragrant: | No |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Zone: | 5 - 9 |
| Deer Resistant: | No |
| Salt Tolerant: | No |
| Drought Tolerant: | No |
| Attract: | Butterflies, Bees |
| Exposure: | Full Sun, Partial Shade |
| Landscape/Use: | Mass Planting |
| Shape: | Upright, Clumping |
| Soil Type | Well Drained, Average |
| Flower Color: | Buff, Lavender Blue |
| Leaf Color: | Teal |