Stokesia laevis 'Peachie's Pick'
Stokes' aster
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Stokes' aster (Stokesia laevis 'Peachie's Pick') - Description
Stokesia laevis 'Peachie's Pick' is a newer variety with large blue flowers in mid to late summer and healthy dark green foliage. Known to be the longest blooming stokesia on the market! Stokesia laevis 'Peachie's Pick' has a very compact upright habit, growing to just 18" tall and topped with dozens of blooms at a time! Looks stunning when planted with Gaillardia x grandiflora 'Fanfare'.
Stokes' aster (Stokesia laevis 'Peachie's Pick') - Blooming
Blooms come in the summer and early autumn. They come in blue, purplish blue, or white, and tend to be 3-4 in. across. Deadhead to lengthen the flowering period.
Stokes' aster (Stokesia laevis 'Peachie's Pick') - Growth
Erect perennial. Stokesia will grow to be about 1 frac12;-2 ft. tall. Grows best in full sun. Works well in a herbaceous border in a sunny site. The flowers are suitable for cutting.
Stokes' aster (Stokesia laevis 'Peachie's Pick') - Planting
Plant does well in pots. Propagate from the seed. Sow in fall, in containers in a cold frame (for protection and to ensure hardiness). Can also propagate by division in spring, or from root cuttings in late winter or early spring.
Stokes' aster (Stokesia laevis 'Peachie's Pick') - Pest
Caterpillars. Stokesia is also prone to leaf spot.
Stokes' aster (Stokesia laevis 'Peachie's Pick') - Interesting facts
There is only 1 known species of Stokesia, native to the South Eastern United States. It is found growing on moist, acidic soil in coniferous woods.
Stokes' aster (Stokesia laevis 'Peachie's Pick') - Soil and irrigation
Stokesia is not fussy about soil but does require being watered regularly. Does best in light, rich, acidic soil that is well-draining yet moist. Plants will rot in damp, heavy soils.
