Klaus Jelitto Stokes Aster
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The Aster Klaus Jelitto Stokes Aster, Stokesia laevis, has leathery, strap-like leaves that form a clump at the base with large daisy-like flowers at the end of the stem. The powdery blue flowers bloom from July until frost have a plant height of 18 and a plant spread of 18-24.Klaus Jelitto Stokes Aster will do best in a full sun area with morning shade and well-drained soil. To increase bloom time, deadhead after the first initial flowering.
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The Aster Klaus Jelitto Stokes Aster, Stokesia laevis, has leathery, strap-like leaves that form a clump at the base with large daisy-like flowers at the end of the stem. The powdery blue flowers bloom from July until frost have a plant height of 18 and a plant spread of 18-24.Klaus Jelitto Stokes Aster will do best in a full sun area with morning shade and well-drained soil. To increase bloom time, deadhead after the first initial flowering.
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