About
An upright, clump-forming semi-evergreen perennial with leathery, soft spiney dark green leaves. Large fringed violet-blue flowers are produced in the summer.
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, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained, Well-drained
AspectEast-facing, South-facing, West-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH4
Plant details
Plant typeHerbaceous Perennial
HabitClump forming
FoliageSemi evergreen
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesCottage and informal garden, Wildlife gardens
Care notes
CultivationGrow in fertile, moist but well drained soil in full sun.
PruningCut back in spring when fresh foliage appears. Dead head regulary to prolong flowering
PropagationPropagate by division in spring or take root cuttings during late winter
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free