Uprioght, clump forming perennial. Native to moist meadows and marsh edges. Fluffy flower heads of white or purple on stiff flower stalks. Foliage creates tufts of narrow, grass-like leaves. Summer bloomer that attracts pollinators. Songbirds love seeds in the fall.
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Liatris spicata 'Kobold'
Blazing Star
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- Wands of violet-rose flowers
- Narrow leaves up to 10" long, compact plant
- Blooms early summer
- Great cutting flowers
Border or Bed
Container
Cut Flower/ Foliage
Dried Flower/ Foliage
Garden
Long Blooming
Mass Planting
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:
Prefers full sun and well drained soil Tolerates drought and poor soil conditions May need staking when in bloom
Height: 15-24 in
Spread: 12-18 in
Spacing: 12-15 in
Price Level 1: $7.99 ea.~#1
Bloom Color: Violet
Zone: 3-9
Price Level 2: 5 for $35~#1
Additional Characteristics & Attributes:
Attributes:
- Water's Edge / Bog Plant
- Cut Flower/ Foliage
- Naturalizing
- Border or Bed
- Dried Flower/ Foliage
- Rock Garden
- Mass Planting
- Garden
- Container
- Long Blooming
Critter Resistance:
- Deer Resistant
Exposure:
- Full Sun
Habit:
- Upright
- Mounding
Foliage Color:
- Green
Season of Interest (Flowering):
- Summer
Attracts Wildlife:
- Attracts Pollinators
- Attracts Butterflies
- Attracts Hummingbirds
- Attracts Songbirds
Soil Moisture:
- Average Water
- Moist, Well-Drained
Genus Overview: Liatris
Common Name: Gayfeather
Uprioght, clump forming perennial. Native to moist meadows and marsh edges. Fluffy flower heads of white or purple on stiff flower stalks. Foliage creates tufts of narrow, grass-like leaves. Summer bloomer that attracts pollinators. Songbirds love seeds in the fall.