Botanical Name: Stokesia laevis
Common Name: Stokes aster
Type of Plant: dicot: perennial
Character semi-deciduous

 
Habit of Growth:
Overall Shape basal clump of smooth, firm textured leaves – flower heads held high above foliage; not especially vigorous or aggressive
Height 1-2'
Spread 2-3'
Growth Rate moderate
 
Environment:
Exposure outdoor full sun to light shade
Soil needs a well-drained soil
Hardiness hardy (zones 1-9, 12-24)
 
Morphology:
Leaves oblong to lanceolate to 8" long with spiny teeth towards base; leaves originate from a basal rosette
Flowers summer-early fall, heads aster-like 2-5" across; blue, purple or white
Fruit small achenes
 
Propagation:
seed, division
 
Usage:
in perennial borders as a source of cool color, good in rock gardens, containers and raised beds; makes a long-lasting cut flower
 
Landscape Care:
Watering average watering
Fertilizing balanced, slow-release in spring
Pruning cut back dead leaves and flowers – divide if too large
Pests/Diseases root rot where drainage is poor
 
Origin: Southeastern North America
Family: Compositae

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