Stokesia laevis 'Blue Danube'

Stokes' Aster

Family: Asteraceae Aster


Type Perennial
USDA Hardiness range 5A - 10A
Exposure Partial shade to full sun
Bloom color Blue
Bloom time Early Summer to Early Fall
Water needs Dry to moist
Landscape uses Border, container, rock garden, specimen
Height 12" to 24" / 30cm to 60cm
Spread 18" to 24" / 45cm to 60cm
Growth rate Moderate
Persistence Deciduous, evergreen, broadleaf
Bloom attributes Suitable for cut flowers, suitable for dried flowers
Leaf color Green
Fruit color n/a
Soil pH requirements Neutral
Soil type Sandy, loamy
Form Upright or erect
Attributes and features Attractive foilage, native to North America