Purple Blazing Star Liatris

bare-root plants

Liatris spicata

20-30" tall. Also called Gayfeather.

Stiff dense “bottlebrush” magical magenta-purple flower wands, above fine grass-like foliage. Adds elegant structure to the perennial border and mixed bouquets. For cutflowers, be sure to leave at least a third of the stem on the plant for best results. Blooms from July to September.

Tolerates a broad range of growing conditions, but not drought. Plant in full sun, 3" deep, 8-12" apart, in well-drained fertile soil. Native to eastern North America. Z3. (1¼-1½" corms)

ships in spring

7694 Purple Blazing Star

A: 10 ea

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B: 20 ea

$10.75

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C: 50 ea

$22.50

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Shipping

Items from our perennial plants warehouse ordered on or before March 7 will ship around March 31 through late April, starting with warmer areas and finishing in colder areas. Orders placed after March 7 will ship around late April through early-to-mid May, in the order in which they were received.

Additional Information

Herbaceous Perennial Plants

When you receive your order, open the bags and check the stock immediately. Roots and crowns should be firm and pliable. Surface mold is harmless and will not affect the plant’s future performance. Store plants in their packaging in a cool (35–40°) location until you are ready to plant. If it’s going to be awhile, you can pot up your perennials.

Do not plant bare-root perennial plant crowns directly outdoors before danger of frost has passed. Wet and/or cold conditions for an extended period may cause rotting.

For more info:
About planting bare-root perennials