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Kalimeris Insica 'Blue Star'
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: | Not verified |
| Fruit: | Not verified |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Zone: | 5–9 |
| Deer Resistant: | Not verified |
| Salt Tolerant: | Not verified |
| 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 |
