Stokesia l. ‘Color Wheel’ PP12718 (10)ct Quarts

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Stokesia laevis ‘Color Wheel’ PP12718 (10)ct Quarts Common Name: Stokes’ Aster.

Type: Herbaceous perennialFamily: AsteraceaeZone: 5 to 9Height: 1.50 to 2.00 feetSpread: 1.00 to 1.50 feetBloom Time: June to SeptemberBloom Description: White aging to lavender and purpleSun: Full sunWater: MediumMaintenance: LowRabbit and Drought resistant

Stokesia laevis ‘Color Wheel’ is a captivating variety of Stokes’ aster that lives up to its name by displaying a mesmerizing array of colors on a single plant.

It is a fantastic addition to gardens, offering a long bloom season and attracting pollinators with its showy flowers.

• Flowers: The unique feature of ‘Color Wheel’ is its multi-colored flowers. The blooms open pure white and then gradually change color as they mature, transitioning through shades of lavender and eventually to deep purple. This creates a beautiful color wheel effect on the plant, with flowers of different colors blooming simultaneously.
• Foliage: The lance-shaped, leathery, green leaves form a basal rosette. They provide an attractive backdrop for the colorful flowers and add to the plant’s overall appeal.
• Growth Habit: It forms a clump that typically grows 1.5 to 2 feet tall and 1 to 1.5 feet wide.
• Hardiness: It is hardy in USDA zones 5-9, making it suitable for a wide range of climates.
• Long Bloom Time: It blooms from late spring to fall, providing an extended period of color in the garden.

Growing Conditions:

• Sunlight: It prefers full sun but can tolerate some light shade, especially in hotter climates.
• Soil: It thrives in well-drained soil and can tolerate poor, dry soil once established.
• Moisture: It prefers consistent moisture but is relatively drought-tolerant once established.

Uses in the Landscape:

• Borders: Its multi-colored flowers and neat foliage make it a standout addition to perennial borders.
• Cottage Gardens: It blends well with other cottage garden plants, adding a touch of wildflower charm.
• Pollinator Gardens: The large, showy flowers attract butterflies and other pollinators.
• Cut Flowers: The long-lasting blooms are excellent for cut flower arrangements.

Additional Tips:

• Deadheading: Deadheading spent flowers can encourage additional blooms and prevent self-seeding.
• Division: It can be divided every few years in spring to maintain plant vigor and propagate new plants.
• Deer and Rabbit Resistance: It is generally deer and rabbit resistant.

Overall, Stokesia laevis ‘Color Wheel’ is a captivating and low-maintenance perennial that adds a unique touch to the garden with its multi-colored flowers. Its long bloom season, adaptability, and attractiveness to pollinators make it a popular choice for gardeners seeking a vibrant and easy-care plant.

Ten (10) plants in quart containers per flat (or tray).

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