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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
By: Forestfarm
Garden photo gallery of Stokesia laevis 'Honeysong Purple'
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
Landscape groups by tags
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aka Mary Gregory Stokesia Daisy, Mary Gregory Yellow Stokes Aster
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
5a-10a
Size
Height: 12"-18"
Width: 12"-18"
- sun - dappled shade
- even moisture - drought tolerant
- dry in winter
aka Stokesia 'Peachies Pick', Peachie's Pick Stokes' Aster
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 12"-20"
Width: 12"-24"
- sun - dappled shade
- even moisture - drought tolerant
aka Purple Pixie Stokes' aster
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 11"
Width: 14"
- sun - dappled shade
- even moisture - drought tolerant
aka Good-N-Purple Stoke's Aster
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
5a-10b
Size
Height: 12"-18"
Width: 12"-18"
- sun - dappled shade
- even moisture - drought tolerant
aka Stokesia laevis 'Klaus Jiletto', Klaus Jellito Stoke's Aster, Klaus Jiletto Stoke's Aster, Klaus Jiletto Stokesia Daisy
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
5a-10b
Size
Height: 12"-18"
Width: 18"-24"
- sun - dappled shade
- even moisture - drought tolerant
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