STOKESIA MELS BLUE - Description

Latin Name: Stokesia laevis 'Mels Blue'
Common Name: Stokes' Aster 'Mels Blue'
Other Names: Mels Blue Stokesia, Blue Stokes' Aster
Indoors or Outdoor: Outdoor
Size: 30-45 cm (height) x 45-60 cm (spread)

STOKESIA MELS BLUE - Delivery

Delivery Info: Your Stokesia Mels Blue will be carefully packaged and shipped to your doorstep, ready to thrive in your garden.

STOKESIA MELS BLUE - Characteristics

Mature Size: Compact, reaching 30-45 cm in height and 45-60 cm in spread.
Evergreen or Deciduous: Deciduous
Preferred Position: Full sun to partial shade
Shape - Plant Characteristics: Clump-forming perennial with lance-shaped leaves and striking lavender-blue, daisy-like flowers.
Hardy or Not Hardy: Hardy
Diseases: Generally disease-free

STOKESIA MELS BLUE - Uses

Uses in Garden: Stokesia Mels Blue is a delightful addition to gardens, perfect for borders, rock gardens, or mixed plantings. Its vibrant blooms attract pollinators, making it a pollinator-friendly choice.

STOKESIA MELS BLUE - Characteristics

Preferred Planting Aspect: Enjoys a sunny spot but can tolerate light shade.
Frost Hardy: Yes, it is frost-hardy.
Fast or Slow Growing: Moderate growth rate.
Pruning Advice: Deadhead spent flowers to encourage prolonged blooming. Cut back in late winter or early spring to promote new growth.

STOKESIA MELS BLUE - Planting Instructions in an Irish Climate

Sowing Time: Start seeds indoors in late winter or sow directly in the garden in early spring.
Trench Preparation: Prepare well-draining soil enriched with organic matter.
Positioning of Plants: Choose a sunny to partially shaded location.
Plant Spacing: Space plants 45-60 cm apart.
Pruning: Trim back in late winter or early spring.

Facts About Product: Stokesia Mels Blue is a native wildflower in the southeastern United States, known for its brilliant blue blooms and its ability to attract butterflies and bees to your garden.

Add a touch of vibrant blue to your garden with Stokesia Mels Blue. This hardy and beautiful perennial is sure to be a standout feature in your outdoor space.