Riptide Stokes’ Aster is a native evergreen perennial with dark green foliage that forms a denes mound. Fluffy cornflower-like l periwinkle blue flowers bloom on erect leafy stems from mid summer into fall. Grows best with full sun and well-drained soils. Deadheading individual spent flowers and spent stems can encourage additional blooms. Good drought and heat tolerance.
Stokesia laevis are a native host plant for several moths and butterflies, notably the Swallowtail Butterfly.
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Origins: |
Southeast N. America, GA Native |
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Height: |
1.5' - 2' |
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Spread: |
2’ - 2.5' |
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Spacing: |
2' |
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USDA Hardiness Zone: |
5 - 9 |
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Culture: |
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Bloom Color: |
Blue |
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MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low Maintenance. Watch for caterpillars.
LANDSCAPE USES: Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Naturalized Areas, Woodland Gardens, Rock Gardens, and Containers.
COMPANION PLANTS: Salvia, Dianthus, Phlox
IMAGE: Photos by Proven Winners, Totally Stoked™ 'Riptide' Stoke's Aster
*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown.
