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Stokesia laevis 'Purple Pixie'
Also Known As
- Purple Pixie Stokes' aster
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 11"
- W: 14"
planting zones
- 5a-9b
Stokesia laevis 'Purple Pixie' plant details
Stokesia laevis 'Purple Pixie' is a broadleaf deciduous or semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In summer purple flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and even moisture - regular water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in acidic, gritty, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Stokesia laevis 'Purple Pixie'
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: asteraceae
- Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen green
- Mature size: 14 IN wide, 11 IN tall
- Flowers: purple blooms in summer
- Uses: border plant
GROWING CONDITIONS for Stokesia laevis 'Purple Pixie'
- USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
- Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
- Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat and humidity
- Soil needs: acidic, gritty, rich and well-drained
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How to Grow Stokesia laevis 'Purple Pixie'
Sun Exposure
- sun - dappled shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- acidic
- well-drained
- rich
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- purple
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- bees
- butterflies
- hummingbirds
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
- semi-evergreen
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aka Stokes' Aster
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 10"-14"
Width: 12"-16"
- sun - dappled shade
- even moisture - drought tolerant
aka Mary Gregory Stokesia Daisy, Mary Gregory Yellow Stokes Aster
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
5a-10a
Size
Height: 12"-18"
Width: 12"-18"
- sun - dappled shade
- even moisture - drought tolerant
- dry in winter
aka Stokesia 'Peachies Pick', Peachie's Pick Stokes' Aster
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 12"-20"
Width: 12"-24"
- sun - dappled shade
- even moisture - drought tolerant
aka Good-N-Purple Stoke's Aster
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
5a-10b
Size
Height: 12"-18"
Width: 12"-18"
- sun - dappled shade
- even moisture - drought tolerant
aka Stokesia laevis 'Klaus Jiletto', Klaus Jellito Stoke's Aster, Klaus Jiletto Stoke's Aster, Klaus Jiletto Stokesia Daisy
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
5a-10b
Size
Height: 12"-18"
Width: 18"-24"
- sun - dappled shade
- even moisture - drought tolerant
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