Perennials: Stokesia laevis
Botanical name: Stokesia laevis
Common name: Stokes'-aster
also known as (cornflower-aster, Stokesia cyanea)
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at a glance
| Soil: | dry, neutral, clay |
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| Zones: | 5a thru 9b |
| Care: |
average
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| Lifespan: |
perennial
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| Attributes: |
invasive, bird attracting, butterfly attracting, bee attracting, drought tolerant |
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description for "Perennials: Stokesia laevis"
Stokes'-aster is a large-flowered plant. The flower is about 4" wide and appears to be double, but is really a cluster of ray-type petals. Flowers for over 4 weeks. Foliage is a low mound. Must have well drained soil as winter moisture is its enemy. A winter mulch is suggested in its colder range, especially north of zone 5. Native plant. -- edited by dtd pbcouchman
History:
Stokesia laevis is native to the southeastern United States.
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