Stokesia laevis 'Elf' PPAF

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Dwarf Stoke's Aster

USDA Hardiness Zone 5-9

This sport of S. 'Blue Danube' is compact, short but strong stemmed and very floriferous. The large, 2-2½" fringed flowers remain low, nesting in the dense foliage. Long lasting blooms are periwinkle-blue with a lighter center. This very cute variety with saucer shaped flowers is perfect as a cut flower, in borders, mixed beds and along walk ways. Attracts butterflies and is deer and rabbit resistant. Deadhead to encourage rebloom. Dislikes wet winter soil.

Height

6-9 Inches

Spread

10-12 Inches

Color

Blue/Purple

Interesting Notes

THIS PLANT WAS DISCOVERED AT OUR NURSERY!

Bloom Time

July-September

When to Divide

spring

Good Companions

Tickseed (Coreopsis Big Bang), Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum x superbum), Butterfly Weed (Asclepias tuberosa), Maiden Grass (Miscanthus sinensis), Cheddar Pinks (Dianthus ), Moss Phlox (Phlox subulata), Creeping Thyme (Groundcover- Thymus praecox)

Characteristics & Attributes

Attracts Wildlife
• Butterflies
Attributes & Uses
• Containers
• Cut Flowers
Critter Resistance
• Deer Resistant
• Rabbit Resistant
Exposure
• Full Sun
Foliage Color
• Green
Season of Interest (Flowering)
• Summer
• Fall
Season of Interest (Foliage)
• Summer
• Fall
• Spring
Soil Moisture Preference
• Well-drained