Dense Blazing Star (Liatris spicata). (LIMIT 2 PER ORDER, PLEASE)

LIMIT TWO PER ORDER, PLEASE

Description:  Perennial with erect 3 ft spikes of light purple autumn flowers.

Natural Habitat:  Seasonally wet/moist pinelands and fields in Florida and much of SE. 

Planting and Care:   Water daily for 2-3 weeks. Tolerant of dry soil after establishment. Flowers best in sun.  Dies back yearly, resprouts from underground corm.  Can self-seed if ground is kept clear. 

Pros:  Beautiful autumn flower spikes. Excellent for use in wildflower garden. Supports butterflies, other pollinators. Stout spikes shorter than Chapman's Blazing Star; less prone to lean or sprawl. Once established, it's tolerant of drought and poor soil. 

Cons:  Not much.