Blazing Star

Blazing Star

Liatris spicata

Specifications

  • Plant Type: Herb
  • Life Cycle: Perennial
  • Foliage: Deciduous
  • Height: 2 - 4 feet
  • Bloom Color: Purple
  • Bloom Time: September October
  • Sun Exposure: Sun
  • Soil Conditions: Moist
  • Spacing: 18 inches on center

Culture

May need staking when blooming begins.

Wildlife

Flowers attract many butterflies.

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