Stokesia laevis 'Purple Pixie'
Stokes' Aster
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Stokes' Aster (Stokesia laevis 'Purple Pixie') - Description
Stokesia laevis 'Purple Pixie' is the first ever dwarf Stokes' Aster! At less than one foot tall, this little cutie makes neat and tidy mounds that are perfect for the front of the border. In mid summer, Stokesia laevis 'Purple Pixie' explodes into color with dozens of large violet-blue flowers followed by sporadic rebloom in the fall.
Stokes' Aster (Stokesia laevis 'Purple Pixie') - 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 'Purple Pixie') - 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 'Purple Pixie') - 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 'Purple Pixie') - Pest
Caterpillars. Stokesia is also prone to leaf spot.
Stokes' Aster (Stokesia laevis 'Purple Pixie') - 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 'Purple Pixie') - 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.
