About
An evergreen perennial, with leathery softly spined dark green leaves. Flowers are a deep dark blue and appear during the summer and autumn.
About the genus
Stokesia are perennials producing evergreen, basal rosettes. The colourful, cornflower-like flowers are long lasting and good for cutting
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun
Soil typeChalk, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained, Well-drained
AspectEast-facing, South-facing, West-facing
ExposureSheltered
UK hardinessH4
Plant details
Plant typeHerbaceous Perennial
HabitClump forming
FoliageEvergreen
Height0.5-1 metres
Spread0.5-1 metres
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesCity and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Wildlife gardens
Care notes
CultivationPlant in light well drained soil in sunor light shade does best in acidic soil.
PruningDeadhead to prolong flowering. Tidy foliage in spring when new growth appears.
PropagationPropagate by division in spring or root cuttings in winter
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free