Stokesia laevis 'Mel's Blue' ~ Mel's Blue Stokes' Aster trees IMAGES: Photoset by Plant Image

IMAGES: Photoset by Plant Image Library

The canes are upright when young and begin to arch under the weight of its foliage as it ages

(1) Delosperma nubigenum (SG-WG)

Best bloom in deep and rich well-drained soils

If grown in area that experiences frost

Stokesia laevis 'Mel's Blue' ~ Mel's Blue Stokes' Aster trees IMAGES: Photoset by Plant ImageMel's Blue Stokes Aster is a compact native evergreen perennial with an upright rounded habit and deep green foliage. Fluffy, cornflower like periwinkle blue flowers bloom continuously from mid to late summer. Grows best with full sun and well drained soils. Good drought and heat tolerance. Stokesia laevis are a native host plant for several moths and butterflies, notably the Swallowtail Butterfly. Type: Perennial Origins: Southeast N. America, GA