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Liatris Spicata Blazing Star
Liatris Spicata Blazing Star
Liatris Spicata Blazing Star

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Liatris Spicata Blazing Star

Description

  • Tall spires adorned with fluffy, purplish-pink flower clusters that bloom from the top down
  • Adds height, visual interest, and colour to any landscape
  • As a native prairie plant, it attracts butterflies and various pollinators
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  • Blooms in
    Blooms in Mid Summer (July - August)
  • Height
    Height 60-75 cm (24-30 in)
  • Planting Depth
    Planting Depth 13 cm (5 in)
  • Hardiness Zone
    Hardiness Zone Hardiness Zone (3-7)-Half-Hardiness Zone (8-10)
  • Light Requirements
    Light Requirements Sun, Half Sun / Half Shade
  • Bulb size
    Bulb size 10/12 cm
  • Spacing
    Spacing 15-20 cm (6-8 in)
  • Origin
    Origin Holland
  • Watering
    Watering Low
  • Usage
    Usage Container Garden, Cut Flower, Garden Bed
  • Plant Characteristics
    Plant Characteristics Pollinator Friendly, Pet Friendly, Deer Resistant, Outdoor
  • Winterization
    Winterization Yes
  • Plant Life Cycle
    Plant Life Cycle Perennial

About Liatris Spicata Blazing Star

Liatris Spicata Blazing Star or Gayfeather, adds a captivating touch to late-summer gardens, boasting tall wands adorned with fluffy, purplish-pink flower clusters that bloom from the top down. Throughout summer, its delicate, grass-like green foliage remains attractive and seamlessly transitions to a rich bronze hue in the fall, harmonizing beautifully with the landscape.

Once in bloom, these majestic spires sway gracefully in the breeze. Plant them in places where you want to add height, visual interest, and colour without a lot of fuss. Florists love Liatris as it's not only long-lasting, but also commands attention in bouquets and when dried.

As a native prairie plant, the Blazing Star acts as a magnet for butterflies and various pollinators, enriching your garden's ecosystem. Once the blooms fade, their seeds serve as a nourishing treat for finches and other small birds.

How to Grow Liatris

Planting Liatris

  • Plant in spring after the last frost.
  • If you cannot plant your bulbs and perennials right away, store them in a cool, dry, dark location, like a basement.
  • Plant the bulbs with the flat root plate facing down into the soil and the eyes, or crown, facing upwards about 13 cm (5 in) deep and space 15 to 20 cm (6 to 8 in) apart.
  • Liatris will grow in full sun to partial shade but it will require 6 hours of sunshine a day for best results.

Growing Liatris

  • These bulbs thrives in a range of soils from slightly acidic to slightly alkaline, so soil amendments are rarely needed.
  • Water as needed during active growth periods, but allow the soil to become dry between watering.

Liatris Care

  • Whether in the garden as a specimen plant, en masse as foundation plantings or in a cutting garden, this is a consistent and colourful performer.
  • When in bloom, feel free to cut some flowers for bouquets.
  • These flowers attract hummingbirds and butterflies.

Winterizing Liatris

  • After flowering, the leaves should be allowed to die down. The leaves will gather sunlight and provide nourishment for next year’s show.
  • You should be able to grow them right up into a USDA zone 4 with no problem outdoors. This is a cold-hardy bulb that does not require any winter protection in colder gardens.

Holland

Holland is where the garden party never stops! Renowned for its rich horticultural tradition and expertise, Holland is a flower-power paradise. Synonymous with vibrant blooms and top-tier bulbs, 80% of the world’s bulb cultivation has roots in Holland. Before our bulbs set sail on their global adventure, we conduct meticulous checks for size and disease. So, gear up to cultivate Dutch flower charm in your own garden!

 

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Freddy

Asked 7 months ago

Crocosmia Lucifer do you have to dig up the bulbs in the fall

Growing instructions for winter:
• When the plants have finished flowering, cutback the stems, but leave the leaves on even after they have died back. This will make good insulation against frost in the winter months.
• If you grow them in a cold area, it is advisable to cover the roots of the plant with bark chippings, to protect them from winter frosts.