Image courtesy of  Walters  Gardens Inc.
Botanical Name Stokesia laevis ‘Peachies Pick’
Common Name Stokes' Aster
Type Perennial
Bloom Time Summer to Fall
Exposure Sun
Flower Color Blue-violet
Size  12 to 18 In by 18 to 20 In
Comment very compact and has incredible flower power - a long bloomer
Fragrant  
Drought Tolerant yes
Care Deadheading will lengthen bloom time. Deadhead to lateral buds and then remove entire flower stalk when bloom is finished.  Cut off dead foliage in spring.
Moisture Lover yes
Walnut Tolerant  
Deer Resistant Rarely damaged by deer
Fall Color  
Fruit  
Hummingbirds  yes
Growth Rate  
Butterflies yes
Foliage Semi-Evergreen
Native yes
Groundcover  
Bark  
Wet Areas  
Zone 4