Feast your eyes upon this marvelous selection of Stokes’s Aster, a captivating perennial that unfolds like a pincushion of vibrant hues among the tapestry of the summer garden. Aptly named for its mesmerizing array of lavender, blue, pink, and white blossoms, 'Color Wheel' adds a kaleidoscope of color and texture with dense clumps of lance-shaped leaves that provide a lush backdrop to the dazzling blooms. This charming, compact plant can be incorporated into a variety of garden settings, including borders, rock gardens, and containers, and once established, beckons butterflies and bees to the strikingly colorful flowers.
Conditions: Full sun to part shade; medium to moist soil
Size: 1.5’-2’ tall, 1.5’ wide
Zone: 5 - 9
Wildlife Value: Flowers attract bees, butterflies, and other pollinators
Photo: Samantha Nestory