Prairie Blazing Star
Liatris pycnostachya
Landscape Focus
A tall structural perennial used for strong vertical accents in moist prairie plantings.
Plant Details
Soil Type: Loam, Clay
Soil Moisture: Medium, Moist
Sun Exposure: Full Sun
Height: 3' - 5'
Spacing: 12" - 18"
Bloom Color: Purple
Bloom Time: July, August
Root Type: Corm
Benefits: Butterflies, Pollinators
Plant Description
Prairie Blazing Star produces dense spikes of purple flowers that attract butterflies and bees. It prefers moist soils and full sun. Plants provide strong vertical structure in prairie plantings. Cut back in early spring.
Prairie Blazing Star
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