STOKESIA L. MEL S BLUE

STOKESIA L. MEL S BLUE – Description

PottedStokesia laevis ‘Mel’s Blue’
Common Name: Mel’s Blue Stokes’ Aster
Other Names: None
Indoors or Outdoor: Suitable for outdoor planting
Size: Mature size typically reaches 30-60 cm in height and 45-60 cm in width.

STOKESIA L. MEL S BLUE – Delivery

Delivery Info: Your healthy Stokesia L. Mel’s Blue plant will be carefully packaged and shipped directly to your doorstep, ready for planting.

STOKESIA L. MEL S BLUE – Characteristics

Mature Size: Typically grows to a height of 30-60 cm with a similar spread.
Evergreen or Deciduous: Deciduous, it loses its leaves in the winter.
Preferred Position: Full sun to partial shade.
Shape – Plant Characteristics: Compact, clump-forming perennial with lance-shaped leaves and striking blue-purple daisy-like flowers.
Hardy or Not Hardy: Hardy in most climates.
Diseases: Generally resistant to common plant diseases.

STOKESIA L. MEL S BLUE – Uses

Uses in Garden: Ideal for border plantings, rock gardens, and as a cut flower. Its vibrant blue-purple blooms attract pollinators and add a splash of color to your garden.

STOKESIA L. MEL S BLUE – Planting Characteristics

Preferred Planting Aspect: Full sun for best flowering, but it can tolerate some shade.
Frost Hardy: Yes, it is frost-hardy in Irish climates.
Fast or Slow Growing: Moderate growth rate.
Pruning Advice: Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming. Cut back in late winter to promote new growth.

STOKESIA L. MEL S BLUE – Planting Instructions in an Irish Climate

Sowing Time: Plant in early spring or early autumn.
Instruction: Plant in well-draining soil, and water thoroughly after planting.
Trench Preparation: No trench preparation is required for this potted plant.
Positioning of Plants: Choose a location with good air circulation to prevent mildew.
Plant Spacing: Space plants about 45-60 cm apart.
Pruning: Prune back in late winter or early spring to remove dead growth and promote new growth.

Facts About Product: Stokesia L. Mel’s Blue, with its brilliant blue-purple blooms and compact growth habit, is a fantastic addition to any garden. It’s low-maintenance and attractive to pollinators, making it a must-have for garden enthusiasts in Irish climates. Enjoy a sea of beautiful blue blooms with Mel’s Blue Stokes’ Aster.