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Meadow Blazingstar

Liatris Ligulistylis

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Overview

Meadow Blazingstar, Liatris ligulistylis, stands out with its vibrant, purple-magenta flower spikes that can reach up to 5 feet tall. Blooming from late summer to early fall, this perennial thrives in full sun and well-drained soils, attracting butterflies, especially monarchs. Its grass-like foliage spans up to 20 inches wide, adding texture to your garden. Hardy in zones 3 to 8, it's a low-maintenance choice for a burst of late-season color.

Sun Full, HalfWater LowZones 3–9Type PerennialClimate Temperate
Meadow Blazingstar (Liatris Ligulistylis) — adding a vertical accent to any landscape design
Meadow Blazingstar (Liatris Ligulistylis) — this perennial thrives in full sun and well-drained soilsMeadow Blazingstar (Liatris Ligulistylis) — which meticulously adorn the elongated spikesMeadow Blazingstar (Liatris Ligulistylis) — The plant reaches a striking height of 2 to 4 feetMeadow Blazingstar (Liatris Ligulistylis) — Its flowering period spans from late summer to early fallMeadow Blazingstar (Liatris Ligulistylis) — Blooming from late summer to early fallMeadow Blazingstar (Liatris Ligulistylis) — A North American native, it thrives in USDA hardiness zones 3-8, showcasing its resilience and adaptability+35

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low
USDA zones
3–9

Shape & size

Mature height
4–6 Ft.
Mature width
1–2 Ft.

Classification

Type
Perennial
Family
Asteraceae
Climate
Temperate

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Meadow Blazingstar (Liatris Ligulistylis) — adding a vertical accent to any landscape design
Meadow Blazingstar (Liatris Ligulistylis) — this perennial thrives in full sun and well-drained soils
Meadow Blazingstar (Liatris Ligulistylis) — which meticulously adorn the elongated spikes
Meadow Blazingstar (Liatris Ligulistylis) — The plant reaches a striking height of 2 to 4 feet
Meadow Blazingstar (Liatris Ligulistylis) — Its flowering period spans from late summer to early fall
Meadow Blazingstar (Liatris Ligulistylis) — Blooming from late summer to early fall
Meadow Blazingstar (Liatris Ligulistylis) — A North American native, it thrives in USDA hardiness zones 3-8, showcasing its resilience and adaptability
Meadow Blazingstar (Liatris Ligulistylis) — Its grass-like foliage spans up to 20 inches wide, adding texture to your garden
Meadow Blazingstar (Liatris Ligulistylis) — makes it an exceedingly low-maintenance option for any gardener.<br><br>When designing your landscape
Meadow Blazingstar (Liatris Ligulistylis) — blooming from the top down - a unique trait among Liatris species
Meadow Blazingstar (Liatris Ligulistylis) — Its tolerance for various soil types
Meadow Blazingstar (Liatris Ligulistylis) — Hardy in zones 3 to 8, it's a low-maintenance choice for a burst of late-season color
Meadow Blazingstar (Liatris Ligulistylis) — Ensure to inform your client of this plant's allure and its essential role in supporting local ecology
Meadow Blazingstar (Liatris Ligulistylis) — providing vertical structure and a burst of late-season color
Meadow Blazingstar (Liatris Ligulistylis) — lavender and purple flowers in the garden
Meadow Blazingstar (Liatris Ligulistylis) — purple-magenta flower spikes that can reach up to 5 feet tall
Meadow Blazingstar (Liatris Ligulistylis) — consider incorporating Meadow Blazingstar among grasses or as a backdrop to lower-growing perennials
Meadow Blazingstar (Liatris Ligulistylis) — making it an indispensable source of nectar for butterflies
Meadow Blazingstar (Liatris Ligulistylis) — from clay to sandy substrates
Meadow Blazingstar (Liatris Ligulistylis) — where its splendid spires can tower gracefully
Meadow Blazingstar (Liatris Ligulistylis) — stands as a bold and captivating perennial
Meadow Blazingstar (Liatris Ligulistylis) — with a spread of approximately 1 foot (12 to 18 inches)
Liatris Ligulistylis
Liatris Ligulistylis
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