Stokesia laevis | Mary Gregory biennial The nectar-rich flowers are extremely

The nectar-rich flowers are extremely attractive to butterflies

Whilst they are known for liking a moist situation

but it can be candied to decorate cakes and pastries for decorative purposes

Both the flowers and the leaves can be cut and last well in a vase

Flowering from late spring to summer the flowers stems rise proudly above the flat rosette of leaves

Stokesia laevis | Mary Gregory biennial The nectar-rich flowers are extremelyAlso known as a Stokes Aster, Stokesia laevis Mary Gregory is a North American native wildflower that is a wonderful addition to the sunny border. Flowers are a pale lemon colour. Plants form a low mound of deep green leaves, remaining evergreen in mild winter areas and winter dormant in cold areas. Tolerant of hot, humid summer regions, so we find they grow well for us here in Auckland but they will be happy in all climates throughout the country. A