Photo of Liatris ligulistylis flower by Dancing Oaks Nursery

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Liatris ligulistylis

Also Known As

  • Large-headed Liatris

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 3'-5'
  • W: 12"-24"

planting zones

  • 4a-10b

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Liatris ligulistylis plant details

Liatris ligulistylis is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer purple flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and even moisture - regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Liatris ligulistylis

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 3 FT - 5 FT - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in summer
Uses: border plant, native plant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Liatris ligulistylis

USDA Zones: 4a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The crimson-red buds burst open to reveal brilliant purplish-pink flowers that are irresistible to Monarch butterflies and many other pollinators. Meadow Blazingstar's widely-branched and numerous individual flowers bloom over an extended period of time. The seeds are a Goldfinch favorite. Hardy to Zones 3 - 6.
Seldom seen in gardens, this gay feather has dramatic 1 inch large button-like flowers arranged on 4 ft stems. Eastern South Dakota ecotype.

Gardening facts about Liatris ligulistylis plant

How to Grow Liatris ligulistylis

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • purple
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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