Stokes' Aster

Stoke's asters are unconventional perennials originally native to the bright pine forests of the southeastern United States. They attract attention with their striking, fringed flowers, which appear on the plants throughout the summer and draw in a multitude of pollinators. In our gardens, they thrive best in a warm, sunny spot with well-drained soil. They don't do well with winter dampness, so good drainage is key. In a flower bed, they make a perfect complement to other drought-tolerant perennials or ornamental grasses. If you have heavy, damp soil, you can easily grow Stoke's asters in larger containers instead. This gives you a lovely, low-maintenance flowering plant for your terrace, which you can simply move under cover for the winter to protect it from excess moisture.