Liatris microcephala / APPALACHIAN BLAZING STAR
Liatris microcephala, commonly known as Appalachian Blazing Star, is a striking perennial that features tall, slender spikes of vibrant magenta-purple flowers, which bloom from late summer to early fall, creating a dramatic vertical accent in the garden. The flowers, which are densely packed along the stems, attract a variety of pollinators, including butterflies and bees, making it a great addition to pollinator gardens. The plant's narrow, grass-like foliage forms a clump at the base, providing a soft contrast to the bold floral display. Appalachian Blazing Star thrives in well-drained soils and full sun, making it ideal for garden borders, wildflower meadows, or prairie-style landscapes. Hardy and low-maintenance, Liatris microcephala is known for its resilience and ability to withstand dry conditions once established, offering long-lasting color and structure to the landscape.
· ORIGIN - NC Native
· EXPOSURE PREFERENCE - Full sun
· FLOWER COLOR - purple
· HEIGHT - 18-24"
· HABIT - deciduous
· MOISTURE - moist/ well drained
· HARDINESS ZONES - 6-9
Liatris microcephala, commonly known as Appalachian Blazing Star, is a striking perennial that features tall, slender spikes of vibrant magenta-purple flowers, which bloom from late summer to early fall, creating a dramatic vertical accent in the garden. The flowers, which are densely packed along the stems, attract a variety of pollinators, including butterflies and bees, making it a great addition to pollinator gardens. The plant's narrow, grass-like foliage forms a clump at the base, providing a soft contrast to the bold floral display. Appalachian Blazing Star thrives in well-drained soils and full sun, making it ideal for garden borders, wildflower meadows, or prairie-style landscapes. Hardy and low-maintenance, Liatris microcephala is known for its resilience and ability to withstand dry conditions once established, offering long-lasting color and structure to the landscape.
· ORIGIN - NC Native
· EXPOSURE PREFERENCE - Full sun
· FLOWER COLOR - purple
· HEIGHT - 18-24"
· HABIT - deciduous
· MOISTURE - moist/ well drained
· HARDINESS ZONES - 6-9
Liatris microcephala, commonly known as Appalachian Blazing Star, is a striking perennial that features tall, slender spikes of vibrant magenta-purple flowers, which bloom from late summer to early fall, creating a dramatic vertical accent in the garden. The flowers, which are densely packed along the stems, attract a variety of pollinators, including butterflies and bees, making it a great addition to pollinator gardens. The plant's narrow, grass-like foliage forms a clump at the base, providing a soft contrast to the bold floral display. Appalachian Blazing Star thrives in well-drained soils and full sun, making it ideal for garden borders, wildflower meadows, or prairie-style landscapes. Hardy and low-maintenance, Liatris microcephala is known for its resilience and ability to withstand dry conditions once established, offering long-lasting color and structure to the landscape.
· ORIGIN - NC Native
· EXPOSURE PREFERENCE - Full sun
· FLOWER COLOR - purple
· HEIGHT - 18-24"
· HABIT - deciduous
· MOISTURE - moist/ well drained
· HARDINESS ZONES - 6-9
