Blazing Star (Liatris pycnostachya) -- Full sun, very tall height, Summer blooms

Drought-tolerant, Tall

$3.00

Out of stock

  • Growing Conditions: Prefers moist, well-drained soils but tolerates dry, rocky, and sandy loam soils. Requires full sun and has high drought and heat tolerance.

  • Height: Grows 2-6 feet tall.

  • Bloom Time: Blooms from August to December.

  • Wildlife & Pollinators:

    • Attracts butterflies

    • Nectar source for bees, butterflies, and other insects

    • Special value to native bees

  • Other Notes:

    • Popular ornamental wildflower

    • Grows well in wildflower meadows, pocket prairies, rock gardens, and perennial gardens

    • Excellent cut flower that blooms from top to bottom. 

    • Full sun will help keep it from flopping over!

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