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RedCrocus Stokes' Aster: Durable Herbaceous Perennial for Borders and Pollinator Gardens, Bright Lavender-Blue Blooms, Easy Care, Non-Toxic for Pets, Attracts Bees & Butterflies 2 Gallon

RedCrocus Stokes' Aster: Durable Herbaceous Perennial for Borders and Pollinator Gardens, Bright Lavender-Blue Blooms, Easy Care, Non-Toxic for Pets, Attracts Bees & Butterflies 2 Gallon

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SKU:pecc0778-redcrocus

Pot Size

Stokes' Aster Stokesia laevis

Description

Bright, lavender-blue flowers bloom from mid-summer to early fall, atop clumping, leathery green foliage. Compact and hardy, it's ideal for perennial borders and pollinator gardens.

Suggested Uses

Perfect for cottage gardens, border plantings, containers, and attracting bees and butterflies.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name: Stokes' Aster Stokesia laevis
  • Common Name: Stokes' Aster
  • Size & Growth: 1-2 ft tall, 1 ft wide, clumping growth habit
  • Hardiness Zones: 4-9
  • Foliage Type: Evergreen to semi-evergreen
  • Bloom Time: Mid to late summer through fall
  • Growth Rate: Moderate
  • Light Requirements: Full Sun to Partial Shade
  • Attracts Pollinators: Bees and butterflies
  • Indoor Friendly: Yes, with bright indirect light
  • Container Friendly: Yes
  • Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning: Non-toxic to pets
  • Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower: Yes, suitable for bouquets
  • Grows Well With: Coreopsis, Echinacea, and Black-eyed Susan

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions: Set in well-draining soil in full sun; space 12-18 inches apart
  • Soil Moisture: Keep evenly moist, avoid waterlogging
  • Soil Type: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil
  • Humidity: Tolerant of average garden humidity
  • Pruning Instructions: Remove dead flowers to encourage blooming
  • Winter Care: Mulch in colder zones, minimal protection needed
  • Planting Depth: Plant at same depth as in nursery container
  • Fertilization: Apply balanced fertilizer in early spring
  • Special Care: Divide every 3-4 years to maintain vigor
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