New England Wild Flower Society

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Liatris spicata

dense blazing star, prairie gay feather

Blazing star is a standout garden and wetland plant, with dense, purple-blue flower heads in midsummer and remarkable versatility in terms of environmental conditions. Great for native bees and butterflies.

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Height: 3-6 ft

Spread: 12-18 in

Hardiness Zone: 3-9

Bloom Color: Purple

Characteristics & Attributes

Cultivation Status

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Species

Exposure

•	Sun
•	Part Shade

Soil Moisture

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Average

Ecoregion

•	Not Ecotypic in New England
•	(58) Northeastern Highlands

Ornamental Interest

•	Summer Bloom

Attracts Wildlife

•	Attracts Bees
•	Attracts Butterflies
•	Attracts Songbirds

Tolerance

•	Urban Environment
•	Drought Tolerant
•	Compaction Tolerant

Additional Attributes

•	Low Maintenance

Landscape Use

•	Meadow garden
•	Specimen
•	Rain Garden
•	Massing