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Liatris sphaeroidea

Also Known As

  • Liatris sphaeroides
  • Blazing Star
  • Gay Feather

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 3'
  • W: 18"

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

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Liatris sphaeroidea plant details

Liatris sphaeroidea is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer magenta and purple flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Liatris sphaeroidea

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 18 IN wide, 3 FT tall
Flowers: magenta and purple blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Liatris sphaeroidea

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: average

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The name may be a bit tenuous, this is an aspera like plant from a very xeric prairie relic. tuberous rooted and quite attractive to monarch butterflies whatever the name it is a great plant for a dry garden ZONE 4

Gardening facts about Liatris sphaeroidea plant

How to Grow Liatris sphaeroidea

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • purple
    • magenta
  • Wildlife

    • bees
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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