Stokesia laevis 'Elf' PPAF

Common Name: Stokes' Aster

This dwarf selection is very short and compact for a Stokesia. It is the smallest variety we offer, measuring in at just 8 inches tall.

From midsummer to early fall, 2-2 ½ inch lavender blue flowers with a lighter, domed center are produced just above the tight mound of foliage. It is very floriferous and blooms over a long period.

‘Elf’ quickly fills out a 1-gal container and has a long shelf life at retail.

Stokesia is a native North American wildflower. It has been grown for many years for its beautiful flowers and ease of culture. Because of its heat tolerance, it is widely grown in the south. It is a tremendous accent to yellow, pink, or white mums and other late bloomers.

Height:

8.0 Inches

Spread:

5.0 Inches

Hardiness Zones:

5,6,7,8,9

Flower Color:

Purple-blue shades

Foliage Color:

Green shades

Sunlight:

Full Sun (> 6 hrs. Direct Sun)

Water Requirements:

Low Water Needs Average Water Needs Consistent Water Needs

Soil Quality:

Poor Soil Quality Average Soil Quality Fertile Soil Quality

Soil Chemistry:

Acidic Soil (pH < 7.0) Neutral Soil (pH = 7.0)

Bloomtime:

Midsummer Late Summer Early Fall

Attracts Wings:

Attracts Butterflies

Critter Resistant:

Deer Resistant Rabbit Resistant

Growth Rate:

Medium

Garden Style:

Patio Container Cottage Eclectic Rain Garden

Other Features:

Border Plant Container Cut Flower Cut Foliage Drought Tolerant Easy To Grow Mass Planting Small Miniature

Origin:

Native to North America

Stokes' Asters perform best in full sun and well-drained soil. It can adapt to dry or moist conditions, but cannot tolerate standing water. Deadheading spent flower stalks often prolongs flowering. Once flowering is finished, plants can be cut back to the basal foliage if fresh new growth is desired. Winter mulch is recommended in zone 5.

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