About
An evergreen perennial with leathery, softly spiney dark green leaves. Large pale blue to pale purple flowers with a white centre appear from summer through to 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 typeLoam, Sand, Chalk
Soil pHAcid, 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
Spread0.1-0.5 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 sun or light shade,does best in acidic soil
PruningDead-head 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