Perennials

Stokésie ‘Divinity’

Stokesia laevis

Stokesia 'Divinity': 45 cm high and 45 cm spread, full sun. White, yellow flowers in June-August. Zone 5; choose a soil compatible with its moisture needs.

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Exposure
Sun
Life cycle
Hardy perennial
Hardiness
Zone 5

Discover the plant

Common nameStokésie ‘Divinity’
FamilyAsteraceae
GenusStokesia
Speciessmooth
CultivarDivinity
TypeHardy perennial
Botanical nameStokesia laevis

Stokesia ‘Divinity’ (Stokesia laevis ‘Divinity’) brings a palette of white and yellow to the garden. The foliage offers shades of green, to be highlighted among different textures. The usual flowering period is June-August. Its size of 45 cm by 45 cm gives it a place in the middle of a flowerbed and for group planting, without forgetting the space for neighboring plants.

To plant Stokesia ‘Divinity’, look for the following exposure: sun and suitable soil (drained garden soil, retaining moderate moisture during establishment). Support the rooting of Stokesia ‘Divinity’ with deep watering, then check the moisture before watering again. Adjust the frequency according to rain and heat; avoid small daily waterings on already moist soil. A margin corresponding to its spread of 45 cm avoids having to move the clump in the first few seasons. The indicated hardiness level is zone 5, to be evaluated according to your garden's conditions.

To maintain the interest of Stokesia ‘Divinity’ after the flowers, keep the healthy foliage after flowering to allow the plant to continue its growth. Keep the crown clear and observe recovery before removing damaged parts. For companion planting, consider daylilies, perennial geraniums, and campanulas in varieties with similar needs. The flowering period (June-August) and the spread of 45 cm will serve as guides for distributing other plants around this one.

Stokésie ‘Divinity’ — Stokesia laevis

Planting guide

From planting to establishment.

Spacing / density 17.7 inches
Best planting time Spring after the thaw or early autumn, allowing the roots to settle before the severe cold.
Propagation Division of clumps; stem cuttings. Sowing does not guarantee the fidelity of a named cultivar.
Growing method
Stoke's aster 'Divinity': Spring after the thaw or early autumn, allowing the roots time to establish before the severe cold sets in. Support the root establishment of Stoke's aster 'Divinity' with deep waterings, then check the moisture before watering again. Adjust the frequency according to rain and heat; avoid small daily waterings on already moist soil. Keep the crown clear and observe new growth before removing damaged parts.

Soil and care

The right care,at the right time.

Soil pH

Acid to neutral; general indication of botanical group

Care level

Routine maintenance

Watering

Support the establishment of Stokesia 'Divinity' with deep watering, then check the moisture before watering again. Adjust the frequency according to rain and heat; avoid small daily waterings on already moist soil.

Soil type

Well-drained garden soil, retaining moderate moisture during establishment

Fertilization

Fertilizer for flowering

Moisture

Moderate humidity; water according to the actual state of the root ball

Seasonal care

Stokésia ‘Divinity’: keep the foliage healthy after flowering to allow the plant to continue growing. During its flowering period (June-August), also look out for damaged stems and neighboring plants that could obscure the clump.

Container growing

A garden,within reach.

Recommended pot size

A stable container with drainage holes, significantly wider than the root ball; size to be adapted to the format sold and the adult development.
To try Stokésie 'Divinity' in a container, choose a stable pot with drainage holes that is suitable for the root ball and its future size (45 cm). Water should drain freely after each watering; check the root ball more often than you would for plants in the ground. Plan to protect the container in winter depending on your climate.
Stokésie ‘Divinity’ — Stokesia laevis

Bloom and dimensions

Its place,in your garden.

Mature height

18 inches (45.5 cm)

Width / spread

18 inches (45.5 cm)

Flower color

White

Foliage color

Green

Foliage type

Null and void

Growth rate

Fast

Growth habit

Erected

Fragrance

Undocumented for this selection

Bloom period

June-August
Stokésie ‘Divinity’ — Stokesia laevis

Garden associations

In goodcompany.

Companion plants

Associations to consider for Stoke's Aster 'Divinity': daylilies, perennial geraniums, campanulas. Choose varieties that tolerate sun and comparable moisture; allow each clump its adult space.

Plants to avoid

Around Stokesia 'Divinity', especially avoid neighboring plants that would shade its leaves or strongly compete with its root ball. Compatibility in terms of light, water, and spread takes precedence over a list of so-called enemy plants.

Frequently asked questions

Your questions,answered.

Where to plant Stokesia 'Divinity'?
Provide sun and suitable soil (drained garden soil, maintaining moderate moisture during planting). Keep the root collar clear and observe recovery before removing damaged parts.
What place to reserve for Stokesia 'Divinity'?
Allow about 45 cm in height and 45 cm in width at maturity. Approximately 45 cm between centers, to be adjusted according to the actual clump development. This size is suitable for use in the middle of a flowerbed and for group planting.
When does Stokesia 'Divinity' bloom?
The indicated period is June-August. The flower color palette is white, yellow. The exact date and duration depend on the climate, the season, and the plant's establishment.
How to water and care for Stokesia 'Divinity'?
Accompany the establishment of Stokesia 'Divinity' with deep watering, then check the moisture before watering again. Adjust the frequency according to rain and heat; avoid small daily waterings on soil that is already moist. Keep the foliage healthy after flowering to allow the plant to continue its growth.
Can Stokesia 'Divinity' be grown in a pot?
To try Stokésie 'Divinity' in a container, choose a stable pot with drainage holes, suitable for the root ball and its future size (45 cm). Water should drain freely after each watering; check the root ball more often than you would for plants in the ground. Plan to protect the container in winter according to your climate.

Wildlife and pets

Life,around your plants.