Liatris sp. (Blazing-star)

Liatris sp. (Blazing-star) purple flower close up on tall spike in vertical orientation image
Liatris sp. (Blazing-star) purple flower on a tall spike among green leaves in a pot.

Botanical name: Liatris sp.

Common names: Blazing-star, Gay-feather, Button Snakeroot

Family: Asteraceae

Origin: North America

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 9-10

Small plant 2-5 ftPlant form: Small
Plant mature sizeMature height: 2-5 ft
Full sunSemi-shadeSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor; semi-shade
Cold toleranceCold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Watering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyWatering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWatering: Regular; moderate
Pink flowersWhite, off-white flowersBlue, lavender, purple flowersRed, crimson, vinous flowersFlower color: Pink; white and off-white; blue, lavender, purple; red, crimson, vinous
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Plant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsWildlife: Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds
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Water regularly during the first growing season to establish a strong root system. Once established, Liatris is fairly drought tolerant.


Liatris sp. (Blazing-star) with white petals in a close up of the long flower spike
Liatris sp. (Blazing-star) with a tall spike of white flowers blooming on the green stem
Liatris sp. (Blazing-star) purple flower close up on tall spike stem
Liatris sp. (Blazing-star) purple flower spikes emerging from thin narrow green foliage
Liatris sp. (Blazing-star) purple flower close up with thin green leaves surrounding tall central stem
Liatris sp. (Blazing-star) with purple spikes rising from narrow green leaves in black plastic containers
Liatris sp. (Blazing-star) pink flower close up surrounded by long thin green leaves
Liatris sp. (Blazing-star) pink flower with long petals extending from a center cluster


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