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Rough Blazingstar

Liatris Aspera

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Overview

Rough Blazingstar (Liatris aspera) is a hardy perennial, notable for its vibrant purple spires that add vertical interest to landscapes. It typically grows 2-4 feet tall, with narrow, grass-like leaves. This North American native thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, and blooms late summer to fall. Beloved by pollinators, it's drought-resistant once established, making it a sustainable choice for eco-conscious designs and attracting butterflies to the garden.

Sun Full, HalfWater LowZones 3–9Type PerennialClimate Temperate

Rough Blazingstar (Liatris Aspera) — it's drought-resistant once established

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Low
USDA zones: 3–9

Shape & size

Mature height: 2–4 Ft.

Classification

Type: Perennial
Family: Asteraceae
Climate: Temperate

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Rough Blazingstar (Liatris Aspera) — making it a robust and lasting addition to their garden

Rough Blazingstar (Liatris Aspera) — perennial with lavender and purple blooms; notably tolerant of drought once established

Rough Blazingstar (Liatris Aspera) — Notably tolerant of drought once established, image 32

Rough Blazingstar (Liatris Aspera) — lavender and purple flowers in the garden

Rough Blazingstar (Liatris Aspera) — feathery plumes of vibrant purple flowers that bloom from the top down; notably tolerant of drought once, image 50

Rough Blazingstar (Liatris Aspera) — Rough Blazingstar (Liatris aspera) is a hardy perennial; this North American native thrives in full sun and well-drained

Rough Blazingstar (Liatris Aspera) — perennial for full or half

Rough Blazingstar (Liatris Aspera) — The blooming period typically lasts from late summer into early autumn

Rough Blazingstar (Liatris Aspera) — this plant serves as a vital food source for pollinators; it attracts an array of butterflies and bees; making it a robust

Rough Blazingstar (Liatris Aspera) — notable for its vibrant purple spires that add vertical interest to landscapes; notably tolerant of drought once

Rough Blazingstar (Liatris Aspera) — it's drought-resistant once established; notably tolerant of drought once established

Rough Blazingstar (Liatris Aspera) — playing an essential role in the local ecosystem

Rough Blazingstar (Liatris Aspera) — perennial with lavender and purple blooms

Rough Blazingstar (Liatris Aspera) — This North American native thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, and blooms late summer to fall, image 25

Rough Blazingstar (Liatris Aspera) — it's worth mentioning that the Rough Blazingstar is also low maintenance

Rough Blazingstar (Liatris Aspera) — This North American native thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, and blooms late summer to fall, image 46

Rough Blazingstar (Liatris Aspera) — notable for its vibrant purple spires that add vertical interest to landscapes; notably tolerant of drought, image 44

Rough Blazingstar (Liatris Aspera) — and tends to be free of serious pests and diseases; this North American native thrives in full sun and well-drained soil

Rough Blazingstar (Liatris Aspera) — This North American native thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, and blooms late summer to fall

Rough Blazingstar (Liatris Aspera) — making it a sustainable choice for eco-conscious designs and attracting butterflies to the garden

Rough Blazingstar (Liatris Aspera) — It typically grows 2-4 feet tall, with narrow, grass-like leaves; making it a robust and lasting addition to their garden

Rough Blazingstar (Liatris Aspera) — it's worth mentioning that the Rough Blazingstar is also low maintenance; making it a robust and lasting addition to their

Rough Blazingstar (Liatris Aspera) — Rough Blazingstar thrives in full sun exposure and is best suited to well-drained soils

Rough Blazingstar (Liatris Aspera) — Notably tolerant of drought once established

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