How to Plant and Grow Stokes' Aster - Better Homes & Gardens
WEBMay 30, 2024 · Stokes' aster, also known as stokesia, is native to the southeastern United States. It begins blooming sporadically in late spring but is prized for its midsummer and fall flower show. A favorite stopping point for pollinators, Stokes' aster has lavender, pink, or white cornflower-like flowers.
How to Grow and Care for Stokes’ Asters | Gardener’s Path
WEBApr 14, 2023 · Stokes’ asters are showier than many of their native perennial cousins, with their two- to four-inch flowers in shades of blue, pink, purple, white, and yellow. And unlike their shade-loving relatives, Stokes’ grow in full sun but appreciate a little shade in the warmest zones.
How to Plant Stokes Aster - The Plant Native
WEBAug 1, 2024 · Stokes Aster is a gorgeous native plant that's perfect for borders and butterfly gardens. Here's how to plant, landscaping inspiration, and its name backstory.
Stokesia laevis (Cornflower Aster, Stoke's Aster, Stokes' Aster ...
WEBThe showy deep violet or lavender-blue flowers appear in early summer. Its leaves persist through the winter, in dark green, attractive rosettes. Plant this aster as a border or mass planting in a native, pollinator, butterfly, cottage, or winter garden.
Stokesia Plant Growing & Care Guide for Gardeners
WEBOct 27, 2023 · It is recognized for its large, aster-like flowers that bloom in summer, providing color when many other perennials are past their peak. Grow Stokesia from seeds, cuttings, or division, typically in spring. They prefer …
Stokesia laevis (Stokes Aster) - Gardenia
WEBStokes Aster readily self-sows in the garden in optimum conditions. Trouble-free, easy-to-grow, this eye-catching beauty is excellent for border fronts or cottage gardens. It also makes a low maintenance, groundcover with attractive flowers.
Stokes Asters Flowers - Tips For Stokes Aster Care - Gardening Know How
WEBDec 12, 2022 · Stokes asters flowers bloom from late spring through summer in shades of silvery white, electric blue, and rosypink. The species is native to the southern United States and, depending on location, Stokes aster care may last for the entire summer.
Stokes Aster – Native Plant With Beautiful Blue Flowers
WEBWith bright blue to purple flowers, Stokes aster is a low-maintenance native plant that attracts butterflies.
Stokes Aster - Home & Garden Information Center
WEBJun 20, 2024 · Stokes asters grow best in full sun but will tolerate some part shade in the hot afternoon. They prefer moist, well-drained, organically rich soils and overwinter in USDA planting zones 5 to 9. When the feathery pincushion-shaped flowers bloom, the flower stalks can be from one to two feet tall.
Stokes Aster - Gardening Solutions
WEBStokes’ aster flowers are normally blue-lilac, but cultivars are available in deep blue, purple, rosy-pink, silvery-white, or even yellow. Flowers can grow to be as large as four inches across and bloom on and off starting in spring.
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