Stokesia laevis 'Mel's Blue' PP23090

Also Known As

STOKES ASTER

Plant type

perennial

size

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

planting zones

5a-9b

Stokesia laevis 'Mel's Blue' PP23090 plant details

Stokesia laevis 'Mel's Blue' PP23090 is a broadleaf deciduous or semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring and summer blue and 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 - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in acidic, average, gritty, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Stokesia laevis 'Mel's Blue' PP23090

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: blue and purple blooms in spring and summer
Uses: border plant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Stokesia laevis 'Mel's Blue' PP23090

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat and humidity
Soil needs: acidic, average, gritty, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Huge (4") vivid periwinkle-blue fringed flowers on compact (12-15") sturdy-stemmed upright plants can be enjoyed in border or container by garden, butterfly or bouquet maker. S/M PP 23090

By: Forestfarm

Gardening facts about Stokesia laevis 'Mel's Blue' PP23090 plant

How to Grow Stokesia laevis 'Mel's Blue' PP23090

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

Features

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