Dense Blazing Star
Common Name: Dense Blazing Star
Latin Name: Liatris spicata
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Tall stalks explode with tufts of purple flowers bloom from August to September. More flowers per head than other Liatris, attracting tons of pollinators. Performs better in moist soils than other Liatris species. Also known as Marsh Blazing Star. Intolerant of poor winter drainage. Parent plant for 'Kobold Original'. A vital component of any butterfly or monarch garden.
Core Characteristics
Mature Height: 2-4'
Mature Width: 9-18"
USDA Hardiness Zone: to zone 3
Light Requirements: Full Sun
Features & Benefits: Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Pollinators, Great Cut Flower, Pest Resistant, Vigorous, Wisconsin Native
Common Name: Dense Blazing Star
Latin Name: Liatris spicata
Visit Plant Profile >>Description & Overview
Tall stalks explode with tufts of purple flowers bloom from August to September. More flowers per head than other Liatris, attracting tons of pollinators. Performs better in moist soils than other Liatris species. Also known as Marsh Blazing Star. Intolerant of poor winter drainage. Parent plant for 'Kobold Original'. A vital component of any butterfly or monarch garden.
Core Characteristics
Mature Height: 2-4'
Mature Width: 9-18"
USDA Hardiness Zone: to zone 3
Light Requirements: Full Sun
Features & Benefits: Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Pollinators, Great Cut Flower, Pest Resistant, Vigorous, Wisconsin Native