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Stokesia laevis 'Blue Danube'

Also Known As

  • Blue Danube Stoke's Aster
  • Blue Danube Stokesia Daisy

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 18"
  • W: 24"

planting zones

  • 7a-9b

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Stokesia laevis 'Blue Danube' plant details

Stokesia laevis 'Blue Danube' is a broadleaf deciduous or semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In summer lavender flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular 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 'Blue Danube'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 0 IN - 24 IN - wide, 0 IN - 18 IN - tall
Flowers: lavender blooms in summer
Uses: border plant, serrated leaves

GROWING CONDITIONS for Stokesia laevis 'Blue Danube'

USDA Zones: 7a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat
Soil needs: acidic, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Large, 3-4", blue, 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.

Gardening facts about Stokesia laevis 'Blue Danube' plant

How to Grow Stokesia laevis 'Blue Danube'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • acidic
    • well-drained
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • lavender
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • bees
    • butterflies
    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
    • semi-evergreen
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