Klaus Jelitto stokes’ aster
Stokesia laevis 'Klaus Jelitto'
USDA zones5 to 9
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles moderate to wet soil
Sizeup to 18 inches tall
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer
- Bloom color
- Powder blue
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Klaus Jelitto' stokes' aster (Stokesia laevis 'Klaus Jelitto') is a perennial for borders, cottage gardens, pollinator gardens, and meadows. It is hardy to USDA zone 5, or down to -20°F (-29°C). This plant likes full or part sun and average to wet soil. Powder blue flowers open in late spring and again from early to late summer, and butterflies and bees visit them. Deer and rabbits tend to pass it by. It grows up to 18 inches tall and tolerates drought.
Pairs well with Obedient plant, Little bluestem, and Stargazer lily.