Wood's Blue New York Aster Lilac Pruning: Prune right after the

Pruning: Prune right after the main spring bloom to shape the plant and protect next season's flower buds

The irregular branching and whorled foliage give the plant a sculptural look that stands apart from more formal pyramidal conifers

year-round screening

giving the tree strong color and contrast from spring through fall

Wood's Blue New York Aster Lilac Pruning: Prune right after theWood's Blue New York Aster (Aster novi belgii 'Wood's Blue') Wood's Blue New York Aster is a compact fall bloomer that brings clear blue color to borders right when the season starts to turn. Also known as Symphyotrichum novae belgii, it forms a neat mound that fits easily at the front of sunny beds without flopping into neighboring plants. The flowers also support late season pollinators, helping the garden feel active when many summer bloomers are