Product description
Stokesia Mel's Blue, commonly known as Stoke's Aster or Cornflower Aster, is a perennial with lots of interest that suits most settings. Dark green narrow, leathery leaves create a mound for fringed flowers in a gorgeous violet blue colour to bloom from elegant stems. These shaggy looking blooms flower from early summer through to early autumn.
Bees, butterflies and other pollinators are attracted to Stokesia Mel's Blue and the flowers are well suited for cutting and bringing indoors to enjoy. This bushy clump forming perennial grows well in almost any soil and requires little maintenance to remain healthy and attractive.
Stoke™s Aster is semi-evergreen and will provide an element of greenery in your garden through the winter months. The plant is hardy and can cope with cold temperatures to around -10°C. It is easy to grow and will reach its ultimate height and spread within 2-5 years.
Please Note: When purchasing plants please consider that each live item is unique and may therefore differ from the images shown, which are for illustration purposes only - The plant will be supplied in a growers pot. Depending on season, some plants may be pruned back to encourage growth and deciduous plants may arrive without leaves.
Stokes Aster
Stokesia 'Mels Blue'
Stokesia 'Mels Blue'
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Product description
Stokesia Mel's Blue, commonly known as Stoke's Aster or Cornflower Aster, is a perennial with lots of interest that suits most settings. Dark green narrow, leathery leaves create a mound for fringed flowers in a gorgeous violet blue colour to bloom from elegant stems. These shaggy looking blooms flower from early summer through to early autumn.
Bees, butterflies and other pollinators are attracted to Stokesia Mel's Blue and the flowers are well suited for cutting and bringing indoors to enjoy. This bushy clump forming perennial grows well in almost any soil and requires little maintenance to remain healthy and attractive.
Stoke™s Aster is semi-evergreen and will provide an element of greenery in your garden through the winter months. The plant is hardy and can cope with cold temperatures to around -10°C. It is easy to grow and will reach its ultimate height and spread within 2-5 years.
Please Note: When purchasing plants please consider that each live item is unique and may therefore differ from the images shown, which are for illustration purposes only - The plant will be supplied in a growers pot. Depending on season, some plants may be pruned back to encourage growth and deciduous plants may arrive without leaves.
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Garden Plant Size Guide
Plants in larger pots can be multiple years older than their smaller counterparts with more mature root systems and foliage. This makes them able to thrive as a full size plant in your garden quicker than smaller alternatives.
The most common size of pot that garden plants come in are 9cm/1L/3L/5L this is in reference to the diameter at the top of the pot.
9cm potted plants still remain the most popular cost effective option though, they just may take a little patience to allow them to grow into full maturity once planted in your garden.
Plant specs, care guide & tips
Key features
Specifications
When to plant
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Planting and period of interest times are general guidelines and may vary based on your location and conditions. For best results, consult local gardening resources.
Instructions
Top Tip
Deadhead spent blooms regularly to encourage more flowers and prolong blooming. Trim back spent stems in late autumn or early spring to promote fresh growth.
How to Water
Water Stokesia regularly, especially during dry spells, to keep the soil evenly moist. Once established, they are somewhat drought-tolerant but benefit from occasional deep watering. Avoid soggy soil to prevent root rot.
How to Plant
Plant Stokesia in well-draining soil with full sun or partial shade. Dig a hole slightly larger than the root ball, place the plant, and backfill with soil. Space plants 30-45cm apart. Water thoroughly after planting to settle the soil around the roots.
