Stokesia laevis 'Blue Danube'

Stoke's Aster

USDA Hardiness Zone 5

Fringed, lavender-blue flowers with white centers.
Pretty in both bud and bloom.
A great choice for borders where the flower can be appreciated close up.
Excellent for cut flowers.

Height

12-24 Inches

Spread

15-18 Inches

Color

Blue/Purple

Bloom Time

July-October

When to Divide

spring

Good Companions

Maiden Pinks (Dianthus deltoides), Elijah Blue Fescue (Festuca glauca), Blanket Flower (Gaillardia ), Oriental Lily (Lilium )

Characteristics & Attributes

Attributes & Uses

•	Cut Flowers

Exposure

•

Full Sun

Foliage Color

•

Green

Season of Interest (Flowering)

•	Fall
•	Summer

Season of Interest (Foliage)

•

Summer

Soil Moisture Preference

•	Well-drained