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: 12-24 in
Spread: 12-18 in
Hardiness Zone: 3-9


Bloom Color: Purple

Characteristics & Attributes

Cultivation Status
• Species
Exposure
• Sun
• Part Shade
Soil Moisture
• 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


North American Distribution


dense blazing star - Liatris spicata from Native Plant Trust
(c) 2019 Charles Brun
dense blazing star - Liatris spicata from Native Plant Trust