Symphyotrichum chilense, Pacific Aster tangelo Desert Scrub Oak(Quercus cornelius-mulleri)

Desert Scrub Oak(Quercus cornelius-mulleri)

Red flowers in winter to spring

Oil is commercially used in some perfumes

Young plants will require pruning to establish the structure

Island Ceanothus (Ceanothus arboreus)

Symphyotrichum chilense, Pacific Aster tangelo Desert Scrub Oak(Quercus cornelius-mulleri)Pacific aster and California aster A perennial that is a member to the Asteraceae (Sunflower) family. It grows fast up to three feet tall and wide. The blue and lavender flowers bloom in Summer. This plant produces a pollen that can produce an allergic reaction. Family Name Asteraceae Species Name Symphyotrichum chilense Common Name Pacific Aster Native to California Plant Type Perennial Height x Width 4' x 6' Growth Habit Spreading, mounding Growth