Dense Blazing Star (Liatris spicata) is a native perennial that features tall spikes of vibrant purple flowers that create a dramatic focal point and add striking beauty to any garden throughout the summer. We also sell Meadow Blazing Star Liatris which is also native to this region. The Meadow variety seems to attract Monarch butterflies more and features looser, more open spikes with longer stalks. Provides nectar sources for monarchs and other butterflies, and attracts birds including Goldfinches, who love the seeds left on spent blooms, and hummingbirds. Liatris species are host plants for the flower moths Schinia gloriosa and Schinia sanguinea, both of which feed exclusively on the genus. Care Blazing Star is a prairie-grown native plant with purple flowers. Plant in an area of your garden with full sun to encourage consistent flowering. Avoid planting in the shade and this will limit and can reduce flowering. Deadhead the spent flowers to encourage more new blooms throughout the growing season.It is an optimal plant desirable for full sun areas. Easy to grow. Generally performs better in moist soils than most other species of Liatris. Intolerant of wet soil in winter. Zones 6-10. Growth Habit Blazing Star has upright vivid purple blooms and long, thin pointed leaves that will bring vertical structure and contrast to your garden. This native plant will become your late-season favorite with bold flowers that bloom from summer through early fall. Toxicity Not considered toxic to pets. Deer resistant.
