Blazing Star or Gayfeather (Liatris spicata)

Type:
Herbaceous Perennial

Light needs:
Full sun

Water needs:
Medium - wet

Height:
2-4’

Spacing:
2-4’

Bloom Time:
Summer

Bloom Color:
Purple - blue

Ecological Benefits:

Attractive to butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds.

Description:

Typically occurs in moist areas, mesic prairies, wood openings, and marsh edges. Could be used in woodland gardens, pocket prairies, cottage gardens, cut flower gardens, and pollinator gardens. Prefers moist, well draining soils but will somewhat tolerate poor soils and occasional flooding.