Dense Blazing Star (Liatris spicata) 1 GAL
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1 Gallon Herbaceous Species are typically available during both our Spring Sale Preorders (Feb-March) and Fall Sale Preorders (Aug). They are generally exclusive to preorders.
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A.k.a. Marsh blazing star. A classic gayfeather in appearance with possibly the prettiest foliage of the native liatris. The tall bloom spikes are popular with bees and butterflies, and make a stunning addition to wetland and moist prairie plantings! Can be difficult to tell apart from its better known but usually slightly shorter relative, prairie blazing star.
Light: Full Sun
Soil Moisture: Wet, Wet Mesic, Mesic
Soil Type: Sandy Loam, Loam, Gravely Loam
Height: 4’-6'
Bloom Color: Purple
Bloom Time: Jul-Aug
Root Type: Corm
Notable Wildlife Interactions: Flowers attract bees, butterflies, and skippers. Hosts the liatris flower moth and liatris borer moth. Seed eating birds, especially goldfinches, consume some seeds. Commonly browsed by mammals to the extent that it can be difficult to establish.
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