Perennials

Stokesia 'Peachie’s Pick'

Peachie’s Pick Stokes’ aster

Peachie’s Pick Stokes’ aster, photo by Kristine Paulus

Lavender-blue flowers rise above a tidy mound of deep green leaves. Flowers later and longer than many other Stokes’ asters; suitable for cutting. Leave sound stems for winter interest and wildlife if desired. Remove dead stems before fresh spring growth, avoiding new shoots and retaining healthy basal foliage.

At a glance

Sun: Full sun
Mature size: 18 in. tall × 18–24 in. wide
Water: Dry to moist; well drained
Hardiness: USDA zones 5–9
Bloom: Lavender blue; midsummer–early fall with deadheading.

Sizes & prices

#1$17.99

Catalog updated September 8, 2026. This is not a live stock count; please call to confirm availability and price.

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Resistance & tolerances

Drought: Tolerant once established.
Wet soil: Cannot tolerate standing water.
Heat: Good heat tolerance.
Deer & rabbits: Resistant, not browse-proof.

Resistance is not a guarantee; deer and rabbits may browse any plant.

Pollinators & wildlife

Attracts: Bees, Butterflies

Native range

Native range / parentage: Selection of a North American native wildflower.

Growing & care

Flowers: Remove spent stems to extend flowering.
Cleanup: After flowering, cut back to basal leaves if fresh growth is needed.
Winter: Mulch for added protection in zone 5.

Sources & photo credits

Walters Gardens

Royal Horticultural Society

Photo: Kristine Paulus · CC BY-SA 2.0

Reviewed September 19, 2026. Growing conditions vary by location.