Water
Water Stokes' Aster regularly, especially during dry spells, ensuring the soil is consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top 2-3 cm of soil to dry out between waterings.
Reduce watering in winter when the plant is dormant.
Also known as Aster · Stoke's Aster · Stokes Aster
Stokes' Aster (Stokesia laevis) is a charming perennial with large, daisy-like blue to purple flowers that bloom from mid-summer to fall.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun
100% intensity
Prefers at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily for best flowering.
Moderate
50% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist, but avoid waterlogging. Allow top inch of soil to dry between waterings.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers average room temperatures; avoid extreme heat or cold. Hardy in USDA zones 4-9.
Low
25% intensity
Fertilize sparingly in spring and mid-summer with a balanced fertilizer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water Stokes' Aster regularly, especially during dry spells, ensuring the soil is consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top 2-3 cm of soil to dry out between waterings.
Reduce watering in winter when the plant is dormant.
Deadhead spent flowers regularly to encourage more blooms and maintain a tidy appearance. In late autumn or early spring, cut back the dead foliage to about 10-15 cm above the ground to promote new growth and prevent disease.
Stokes' Aster can be propagated by division in early spring or autumn. Carefully lift the plant and separate sections with roots and shoots. Alternatively, sow seeds indoors in late winter or outdoors in early spring.
Established plants generally do not require frequent repotting. If grown in containers, repot every 2-3 years in early spring, moving to a slightly larger pot with fresh, well-draining potting mix to refresh the soil and provide more space.
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Where Stokes' Aster (Stokesia laevis) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Asterales |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Genus | Stokesia |
| Species | Stokesia laevis |
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