• A vibrant field of purple liatris flowers, also known as blazing star, stands tall under a clear sky.
  • Close up of freshly dug up liatris bulb.
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Liatris spicata/Blazing Star - Blue

These tall magenta spires are a favorite among native pollinators

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About the Variety

Key Features

Frost Tolerant
Heat Tolerant
Drought Tolerant
Prefers Moist Soil
Clay Soil Tolerant
Container Friendly
Attracts Bees
Attracts Butterflies
Attracts Hummingbirds
Fast Growing
Easy to Grow
Perfect for Cut Flowers
Perfect for Borders
Perfect for Dried Flowers
Perfect for Xeriscaping
Reduces Erosion
Deer Resistant
Rabbit Resistant
North American Native

Plant Details

BOTANICAL NAME

Liatris

LIFE CYCLE

  • Perennial

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

  • Full Sun
  • Partial Shade

GROWTH HABIT

  • Clumping
  • Upright

PLANT HEIGHT

  • 36 to 48 inches

COLOR

  • Purple

This beautiful North American Native perennial is remarkably easy to grow! Thriving in full sun and quite tolerant of most soil conditions, this beautiful and eye-catching bloom is found wild in prairie lands and widely cultivated in home gardens! Florists love liatris for being long lasting and making a grand statement in bouquets. We know you'll feel the same!

  • • Perennial; Blue Blooms That Attract Pollinators
  • • Summer Blooming, North American Native
  • • Prefers Sun/Partial Shade

Planting Information

PLANTING SEASON

  • Spring

PLANTING DEPTH

  • 3 inches

WATER NEEDS

  • Average

HARDINESS ZONES

  • 3
  • 4
  • 5
  • 6
  • 7
  • 8
  • 9

COVERAGE

Amount Recommended Coverage
20 Bulbs / Ships in Spring Up to 1.75 Sq. Ft
40 Bulbs / Ships in Spring Up to 3.5 Sq. Ft
100 Bulbs / Ships in Spring Up to 6.75 Sq. Ft

Planting Guide

View our Liatris Planting Guide to learn more.

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Liatris spicata/Blazing Star - Blue

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Liatris spicata/Blazing Star - Blue FAQs

Is Blue Liatris resistant to animals or disease?

Blue Liatris is deer resistant and rabbit resistant, meaning deer and rabbits generally avoid it due to its taste, texture, or aroma.

What type of bulb is Blue Liatris grown from?

Blue Liatris is grown from a corm.

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