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Stokesia laevis 'Colorwheel'

Family Compositae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   5a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 45 - 60 cm (1.5 - 2 ft)
Spread 30 - 45 cm (12 - 18 in)
Light full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic

Description The herbaceous perennial Stokesia laevis 'Colorwheel' (stoke's aster) is repeat-blooming and bears showy, multi-coloured pink and fragrant blossoms during late spring to mid-autumn. The showy matte foliage is deep lime in colour, medium - coarse in texture and semi-evergreen.
Typical Uses Accent, bedding plant, border, container, cut flowers, edging, mass planting and wild flower.
Special Characteristics Butterflies are attracted to Stokesia laevis 'Colorwheel' . This plant has a natural ability to resist deer and rabbits, and it is tolerant of drought.
Cautions This plant is self-sowing and may spread broadly and randomly.