About
A compact herbaceous perennial, up to 45cm high, with evergreen rosettes of slender green leaves and large deep violet cornflower-like flowers with paler centres from midsummer to early 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, Partial shade
Soil typeLoam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained, Well-drained
AspectSouth-facing, East-facing, North-facing, West-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH4
Plant details
Plant typeHerbaceous Perennial
HabitColumnar upright
FoliageEvergreen
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesCottage and informal garden, City and courtyard gardens, Wildlife gardens
Care notes
CultivationPlant in light, well-drained soil in sun or light shade; does best in acidic soil
PruningNo pruning required, but plants can be cut down to ground level in autumn or winter
PropagationPropagate by division in spring or root cuttings in late winter
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free