Liatris spicata - Gayfeather
🌿 Features
Type: Perennial
Common name: Liatris, Blazing Star
Scientific name: Liatris spicata
Flower color: Purple, pink, white
Mature height: 60–90 cm
Mature width: 30–45 cm
Habit: Upright, spiky
Bloom period: Summer to fall
Exposure: Full sun
Watering needs: Moderate
Soil type: Well-drained, fertile
Hardiness zone: Zone 3 to 9
Drought tolerance: Good
Pollinator-friendly: Yes
Attracts pollinators: Yes
Pet toxicity: Non-toxic
✂️ Care
Deadhead spent flowers to prolong blooming and maintain an elegant shape. This robust perennial establishes quickly and requires little maintenance once planted.
Water regularly during the growing season, especially during dry periods. Well-drained soil is crucial to prevent waterlogging. Divide clumps every three to four years to rejuvenate the plant.

