Photo courtesy of Missouri Botanical Gardens

trailing house plant gets its name from its bright

This floral arrangement is a asymmetrical composition of orange toned flowers perfect for a buffet table

tall and wide

silvery-green leaves and frosted appearance

Aster cordifolius 'Avondale' (Blue Wood Aster) Valentine's Day Photo courtesy of Missouri BotanicalBlue Wood Aster is a late blooming perennial that features clusters of violet purple flowers with yellow to orange centers that bloom from late summer to early fall. This cultivar reaches a height of 24 36 inches and spreads 18 24 inches. It thrives in full sun to part shade and well drained soil.