Stokesia laevis 'Purple Parasols' typically start flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.
Stokes' aster
Stokesia laevis 'Purple Parasols'
Stokes' aster, or Stokesia laevis 'Purple Parasols', is an ornamental flowering plant that is native to the southeastern U.S. It produces clusters of sky blue to purple flowers in late spring. They are somewhat drought-tolerant and grow best in part-sun. The foliage of this plant is a deep green, and the bright blooms make it a great addition to any garden. It grows in clumps and can reach heights of up to one meter with a slightly wider spread. 'Purple Parasols' is a great choice if you're looking for a hardy, long-lasting bloomer that will enhance your outdoor space with the beauty of its delicate flowers.
Cycle:
Herbaceous Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Division,Root Cutting,Seed Propagation,Layering Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
5 - 9
Flowers:
Blue Flowers In Summer
Sun:
Full sun, Part sun/part shade, Sheltered
Soil:
Acidic, Well-drained
Fruits:
purple Fruits In Autumn Ready In Fall
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green,purple
Growth Rate:
High
Maintenance:
Low
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Stokes' aster should be watered every 3-5 days, depending on the weather and level of soil moisture. For best results, water deeply and slowly, either in the early morning or late afternoon. Always check the soil moisture before watering. Stokes' aster likes moist but not wet soil, so if the top few inches of soil feel dry, it’s time to water. Avoid over-watering, as this can lead to root rot and other diseases. Water using a watering can, avoiding sprinklers as these can damage the blooms.
sunlight
Stokes' aster (Stokesia laevis 'Purple Parasols') thrives in full sun, which means that it needs a minimum of 6 hours of direct sunlight per day. For optimal growth, Stokes' aster should be placed in an area where it can get at least 8 hours of sunlight every day. It can also tolerate partial shade, but this will likely reduce blooming and slow the plant's growth rate. If you live in an area that receives intense sunlight during the summer months, it may be a good idea to provide some afternoon shade to keep the plant from becoming overly stressed.
pruning
Stokes' aster should be pruned annually after flowering to keep the plant healthy and encourage more profuse flowering the next year. Pruning should be done in early spring, just as new shoots are beginning to emerge. This can be done with shears or hedge trimmers. Remove any dead or damaged stems, as well as any stems that have grown beyond the desired shape or size of the plant. If the Stokes' aster is growing in a container, inner stems may need to be pruned a bit more aggressively to encourage outward growth and a fuller form.
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Starts Flowering
Starts Flowering
Stokesia laevis 'Purple Parasols' typically start flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.
Harvest Fruit
The best time to start harvesting the fruits from Stokesia laevis 'Purple Parasols' is in July and August.
