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    Stokesia laevis 'Honeysong Purple'

    Also Known As

    • Stokes' Aster

    Plant type

    perennial

    size

    • H: 10"-14"
    • W: 12"-16"

    planting zones

    • 5a-9b

    Stokesia laevis 'Honeysong Purple' plant details

    Stokesia laevis 'Honeysong 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 - 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 'Honeysong Purple'

    Plant type: perennial
    Plant family: asteraceae
    Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen green
    Mature size: 12 IN - 16 IN - wide, 10 IN - 14 IN - tall
    Flowers: purple blooms in summer
    Uses: border plant

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Stokesia laevis 'Honeysong Purple'

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

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    DARKEST purple of any Stokesia, the huge 4" blooms of this Carroll Garden introduction grace 15-18" stems above neat mounds of handsome foliage; a long bloom period will attract butterflies and vase fillers! S/M-D/GDr PPAF

    By: Forestfarm

    Gardening facts about Stokesia laevis 'Honeysong Purple' plant

    How to Grow Stokesia laevis 'Honeysong 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

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