Stokesia laevis 'Honeysong Purple'

Honeysong Purple Stoke Aster (Stokesia laevis ‘Honeysong Purple’) puts on a dazzling summer-long display of large, deep royal purple blooms, from June right through to frost. The striking, disc-like flowers measure 7 - 10 cm across and feature a soft mauve pincushion centre accented by white stamens. With its fluffy, fringed rays reminiscent of both asters and cornflowers, it’s no wonder this beauty is often called the Honeysong Purple Cornflower Aster.

A native cultivar from the Southeastern United States, Honeysong Purple Stokes Aster forms tidy clumps of deep green, leathery, strap-like foliage, making it an excellent choice for borders, edging, and eye-catching mass plantings. The sturdy, purple-tinged stems and long-lasting, deeply serrated blooms make excellent cut flowers, adding texture and rich colour to fresh bouquets.

Honeysong Purple Stokesia thrives in full sun with moist, well-drained soil; once established it is impressively heat and drought tolerant. Avoid planting in areas where snow is piled in winter, as it does not tolerate standing water. Regular deadheading will keep the flowers coming. Hardy to zone 5a (-29 °C), deer and rabbit resistant, and delightfully low maintenance, this perennial is a standout performer. Stokesia laevis ‘Honeysong Purple’ is a magnificent landscape choice that will draw clouds of butterflies to your garden all season long.