Liatris spicata 'Floristan Violet'
Blazing Star
Gayfeather
Plant Family:
Asteraceae
Herbaceous Plant, Perennial
Flower:
Purple
Blooms :
Jul
to:
Sep
Features terminal spikes (6-12" long) of sessile, rounded, fluffy, deep purple flower heads (each to 3/4" across) appearing atop rigid, erect, leafy flower stalks.
Botanical Description
Fragrant?
No
Foliage:
Green
Deciduous
Pat Kolling
Basal tuft of narrow, grass-like, medium green leaves (to 12" long).
Oregon Native?
No
West State Native?
No
Native to eastern US
Site Selection
Minimum USDA Hardiness Zone:
3
Water Needs:
L
Sun Needs:
Full Sun
Deer Resistant?
Yes
Firewise?
No
Height:
1-3'
Spread:
8-15"
Growth Rate:
Native Habitat:
Clump-forming perennial which is native to moist low grounds, meadows and marsh margins.
Soil:
Easily grown in average, medium, well-drained soils in full sun. Somewhat tolerant of poor soils, but prefers moist, fertile ones. Intolerant of wet soils in winter.
Care Recommendations
Maintenance Level:
Medium
Fertilizer:
Mulch:
Long Term:
Winter:
Spring:
Summer:
May need to stake
Fall:
Common Problems
Taller plants may require staking or other support.
Diseases:
No serious insect or disease problems.
Insects:
No serious insect problems.
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