Stokesia laevis 'Omega Skyrocket'

Also Known As

Cornflower Aster
Stoke's Aster
Stokes Aster

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 3'-4'
W: 12"-18"

planting zones

5a-10b

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Stokesia laevis 'Omega Skyrocket' plant details

Stokesia laevis 'Omega Skyrocket' is a broadleaf deciduous or semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In fall and summer lavender 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 - regular water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in acidic, average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Stokesia laevis 'Omega Skyrocket'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 3 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: lavender blooms in fall and summer
Uses: border plant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Stokesia laevis 'Omega Skyrocket'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A Stokesia on GA3, the stems stretch to 4', it's definitely different and may or may not be a breakthrough in new plant breeding, depending on your point of view; someone must think so because the seed is very expensive.

By: Arrowhead Alpines

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Gardening facts about Stokesia laevis 'Omega Skyrocket' plant

How to Grow Stokesia laevis 'Omega Skyrocket'

Sun Exposure
- sun - dappled shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- acidic
- average
- 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
- fall
Foliage Season
- deciduous
- semi-evergreen