Liatris ligulistylis (Blazing Star)


Botanical Information

FamilyAsteraceae
GenusLiatris
Speciesligulistylis
CategoryPerennials, Wildflowers & Weeds
OriginCentral North America

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone3 - 8
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Height30 - 90 cm
Spread15 - 60 cm
Flowering PeriodJuly, August, September

Description and Growing Information

LandscapeWorks well as borders, in rock gardens or cottage gardens.
Notable SpecimensThe Devonian Botanic Gardens, Devon, Alberta, Canada.
Leaf DescriptionThe leaves on this plant are narrow and green.
Flower DescriptionThis plant produces magenta purple coloured flowers with thistle-like petals.

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