Stokesia laevis 'Good-N-Purple'

Also Known As

Good-N-Purple Stoke's Aster

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 12"-18"
W: 12"-18"

planting zones

5a-10b

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Stokesia laevis 'Good-N-Purple' plant details

Stokesia laevis 'Good-N-Purple' is a broadleaf deciduous or semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In summer purple flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and even moisture - occasional water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in acidic, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Stokesia laevis 'Good-N-Purple'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 12 IN - 18 IN - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in summer
Uses: border plant, cutting garden, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Stokesia laevis 'Good-N-Purple'

USDA Zones: 5a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - occasional
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat
Soil needs: acidic, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A beautiful purple selection of this tough perennial. Large, 3-4" cornflower-like daisies are born in summer on this durable and reliable US native perennial. Multiplies slowly to form a tidy clump and may reseed under good conditions. Protect with a deep mulch in USDA Cold Hardiness zones 5-6. Item # 9264

By: Almost Eden

The shingled purple "asters" of this eastern wildflower bloom on 12-18" stems for most of the summer; an easy, drought-tolerant perennial for border where butterflies ; bouquet makers will also enjoy it. S/M-D/GDr

By: Forestfarm

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Gardening facts about Stokesia laevis 'Good-N-Purple' plant

How to Grow Stokesia laevis 'Good-N-Purple'

Sun Exposure
- sun - dappled shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- acidic
- well-drained
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant

Features

Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- purple
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- bees
- butterflies
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
- semi-evergreen