Liatris spicata - Dense Blazingstar

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Dense Blazingstar generally has a single long stem, with narrow lanceolate leaves growing on the lower portion. Flower heads grow closely along the upper stem.

This species is one of the showiest of all the prairie plants. A wet prairie with hundreds of Dense Blazingstars in bloom poking up above lower tallgrasses in late July and early August is a natural marvel.

Seed Envelopes contain approximately 0.02 ounces of seed and cover about 5 to 10 square feet. 

Flower Color: Pink or Purple

Height: 3 to 6 Feet

Light Requirements: Full Sun

Soil Hydrology: Mesic to Wet Soils

Bloom Time: August to September

Plant Type: Perennial

Attracts: Birds, Hummingbirds, Bees, Butterflies