Stokesia Peachie’s Pick

Stokesia 'Peachie's Pick'

Common Name: Stokes' Aster

Named after the plantswoman who discovered it, Peachie Saxton of Mississippi, this variety produces the typical lavender-blue stokesia flowers. However, it blooms much longer and a bit later than the other types. It has an upright habit and healthy-looking, deep green foliage that remains attractive all season. Its longer stems make it a good variety for cut flowers. A solid performer in the landscape.

Stokesia is a native North American wildflower. It has been grown for many years for its beautiful flowers and ease of culture. Because of its heat tolerance, it is widely grown in the south. Blooming from midsummer to early fall (if deadheaded), it is a tremendous accent to yellow, pink, or white mums and other late bloomers.

Height:

18.0 Inches

Spread:

18.0-24.0 Inches

Hardiness Zones:

5,6,7,8,9

Flower Color:

Purple shades

Foliage Color:

Green shades

Sunlight:

Full Sun (> 6 hrs. Direct Sun)

Water Requirements:

Low Water Needs

Average Water Needs

Consistent Water Needs

Soil Quality:

Poor Soil Quality

Average Soil Quality

Fertile Soil Quality

Soil Chemistry:

Acidic Soil (pH < 7.0)

Neutral Soil (pH = 7.0)

Bloomtime:

Midsummer

Late Summer

Early Fall

Attracts Wings:

Attracts Butterflies

Bee Friendly

Critter Resistant:

Deer Resistant

Rabbit Resistant

Growth Rate:

Medium

Garden Style:

Patio Container

Eclectic

Other Features:

Border Plant

Container

Cut Flower

Drought Tolerant

Easy To Grow

Mass Planting

Origin:

Native to North America