Stokes Aster
Stokesia laevis
Perennial / Bed & Border
Stokes Aster is a Florida-native perennial / bed & border with moderate water needs. It is valued for Florida-native flowering perennial with large aster-like blue to purple blooms that support pollinators. Research supports USDA zones 8–9a. Animal safety remains Not Verified where exact veterinary evidence is unavailable.
Key Facts
SUN
Water REQUIREMENT
Moderate
Mature Size
1–2 ft tall × 1–2 ft wide
growth
foliage
Evergreen
maintenance
Florida native
Florida Native
Where It Works
Border
Massing
Pollinator Garden
Wildlife
Butterflies, Bees
Florida-Friendly
Florida-Friendly & Wildlife
Perennial / Bed & Border; Moderate water; Blue/Purple/White.
Pets & Horses
Safety information has not yet been verified for this plant.
dogs
Not Verified
cats
Not Verified
horses
Not Verified
Dog, cat, and horse safety remain Not Verified under the Garden Spot species-specific evidence standard.
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