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Liatris pycnostachya (NGN)

Prairie Blazing Star

Dense flower spikes of tiny purple-pink flowers that bloom from the top down. Foliage is narrow and grows out from the stem. Prefers well-drained soil, but will grow in clay. Can grow up to 6′. Similar to L. spicata. Attracts songbirds, hummingbirds, butterflies, bees and parasitic wasps.

  • Height: 4' – 6'
  • Width: 18" – 24"
  • Soil Conditions: Moist/Well Drained
  • Flower Color: Purple
  • Bloom Time: July, August
  • Hardiness Zone: 3 To 8
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  • Plant Characteristics - Liatris pycnostachya (NGN)

  • Attributes

    • Rain Garden Sun
    • Drought Tolerant
  • Attracts Wildlife

    • Attracts Wildlife
    • Attracts Butterflies
    • Attracts Pollinators
  • Plant Habit

    • Upright
  • Light Conditions

    • Sun
  • Native Plant Community

    • Wet Prairie
    • Mesis Prairie
  • Flower Color

    • Purple
  • Flower Hue

    • Light
  • Flower Type

    • Spike
  • Flower Height

    • 4' to 6'
  • Foliage Color

    • Green
  • Leaf Texture

    • Fine
  • Flower Form

    • Single
  • Flower Size

    • 6" to 10"
  • Soil Moisture

    • Moist/Well Drained
  • Prune Time

    • Jan/Feb/March
  • Growth Rate

    • Average
  • Origin

    • 90 Miles From Mg

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  • Height: 4' – 6'
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  • Height: 4' – 6'
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  • Height: 4' – 6'

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