Marsh blazingstar
Liatris spicata
Marsh blazingstar is a stunning upright perennial producing tall spikes of magenta-purple flowers in late summer that are irresistible to pollinators. It prefers full sun to partial shade and consistently moist, well-drained soil. Plant it in borders or rain gardens and divide clumps every few years to maintain vigor.
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Slow
Mature Height
120″ – 360″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
18″
Flowers
purple
Watering Schedule
Every 7-10 Days • Water Deeply To Keep Soil Consistently Moist But Not Waterlogged; Reduce In Winter
Soil pH
5.6 – 7.5
Temperature
-25° – 95°F
Mature Spread
up to 180″
Root Depth
Shallow
Foliage
Coarse
Propagation: Seed
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle
Image: trefle.io — Taken Jul 21, 2017 by coria17 (cc-by-sa)
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