Blazing Star Seeds (Liatris spicata)

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Blazing Star or Gayfeather - Liatris spicata - It grows in long spikes approx. 3-4 ft, which are densely covered with slender, grass-like leaves of green. The small flowers are a deep violet purple and grow spire-like up the stalk. An odd and interesting native. Liatris will thrive in places where scarcely anything else will grow but prefer moist soil and partial shade.

Zones: 3 through 8

Height: Up to 3 ft.

Flower Color: Purple 

Plant Type: Native Perennial 

Light Requirement: Sun

Bloom Time: Mid-Season 

Seeds per Packet: 100+

Seeds per Pound: 144,000

Is this wildflower invasive: No 

Is this wildflower endangered: No

Is this wildflower edible: No

Is this wildflower medicinal: No