{"product_id":"stokesia-laevis-klaus-jelitto-pale-lilac","title":"Stokesia Laevis Klaus Jelitto - Pale Lilac","description":"\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Stokes' Aster \/ Cornflower Aster\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStokesia laevis\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 'Klaus Jelitto'\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlower Colour:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Pale Lilac\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Herbaceous perennial\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Native to the southeastern United States.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBring soft colour and timeless charm to your garden with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStokesia laevis 'Klaus Jelitto'\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. This beautiful flowering perennial is admired for its large, daisy-like blooms in delicate pale lilac shades, with distinctive fringed petals that create a lovely, textured appearance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlowering through the warmer months, its elegant blooms rise above a neat clump of attractive green foliage, adding colour and interest to garden beds, borders and decorative containers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLoved by bees and butterflies, Stokes' Aster is a wonderful addition to pollinator-friendly gardens. Its graceful flowers also make lovely cut flowers, bringing a touch of the garden indoors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌱 Care Guide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e☀️ Light\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrefers full sun to partial shade. A sunny position encourages stronger growth and more abundant flowering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e💧 Water\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater regularly during establishment. Once established, it can tolerate short dry periods but performs best with consistent moisture. Avoid waterlogged soil.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e💦 Humidity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdaptable to average outdoor humidity. Good airflow helps maintain healthy foliage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌡️ Temperature\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrows well in temperate to warm conditions. It is relatively frost tolerant once established, but protect young plants from severe frost.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🪴 Soil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrefers fertile, well-draining soil. Avoid heavy, poorly drained conditions, as excessive moisture can cause root problems.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌿 Fertiliser\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApply a balanced slow-release fertiliser in spring to support healthy growth and flowering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✂️ Pruning\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRemove spent flowers to encourage further blooming and maintain a tidy appearance. Cut back old foliage when needed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🐾 Pet Friendly\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGenerally considered non-toxic to cats and dogs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wera Plants","offers":[{"title":"180mm","offer_id":68045218513028,"sku":null,"price":23.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0325\/2551\/6932\/files\/IMG_7388_5de7e0a4-b9d0-4853-a036-47a41d7d9dab.jpg?v=1794366494","url":"https:\/\/www.weraplants.com.au\/products\/stokesia-laevis-klaus-jelitto-pale-lilac","provider":"Wera Plants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}