Stoke’s Aster. An evergreen perennial with rosettes of mid-green leaves with conspicuous greenish white midribs. Long-lasting purplish blue flowerheads from mid-summer to early autumn. Max Height 60cm. Max Spread 45cm. Flowers July to September. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Stokesia laevis
An evergreen perennial with rosettes of mid-green leaves with conspicuous greenish white midribs. Long-lasting purplish blue flowerheads from mid-summer to early autumn.
Category: Perennials
Additional information
Generic | Stokesia |
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Species | laevis |
Varietry | |
Common Name | Stoke's Aster |
Flower Colour | blue, purple |
Soil | Light |
Aspect | Full sun |
Foliage | Evergreen |
Height | 60cm |
Family | Asteraceae |
Spread | 45cm |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Rosette-forming |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | green |
Flowers From | July, September |
Colour Fruit | |
Fruits When | |
Moisture | Well drained |
Protection | |
Hardiness | Hardy |
Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
Care | Provide a deep winter mulch |
Border | Border |
Toxicity | |
Pruning | |
Pruning Time | |
Pests and diseases | |
Maintenance | |
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