Liatris spicata / GAYFEATHER
Liatris spicata, commonly known as Gayfeather, is a tall, native perennial that produces striking spikes of deep purple, fluffy flowers from mid to late summer, creating a vibrant vertical display in the garden. The dense flower clusters are a magnet for pollinators, particularly butterflies and bees, making it a wonderful addition to pollinator gardens or meadows. The plant’s narrow, grass-like foliage forms a neat clump at the base, providing a lovely contrast to the bold, showy blooms. Gayfeather thrives in well-drained soils and full sun, making it an excellent choice for garden borders, wildflower meadows, or prairie-style landscapes. Known for its hardiness and ability to withstand drought once established, Liatris spicata is a low-maintenance, long-blooming perennial that adds both beauty and ecological value to any garden.
· ORIGIN - NC Native
· EXPOSURE PREFERENCE - Full sun
· FLOWER COLOR - purple
· HEIGHT - 24-36"
· HABIT - deciduous
· MOISTURE - moist/well drained
· HARDINESS ZONES - 3-8
Liatris spicata, commonly known as Gayfeather, is a tall, native perennial that produces striking spikes of deep purple, fluffy flowers from mid to late summer, creating a vibrant vertical display in the garden. The dense flower clusters are a magnet for pollinators, particularly butterflies and bees, making it a wonderful addition to pollinator gardens or meadows. The plant’s narrow, grass-like foliage forms a neat clump at the base, providing a lovely contrast to the bold, showy blooms. Gayfeather thrives in well-drained soils and full sun, making it an excellent choice for garden borders, wildflower meadows, or prairie-style landscapes. Known for its hardiness and ability to withstand drought once established, Liatris spicata is a low-maintenance, long-blooming perennial that adds both beauty and ecological value to any garden.
· ORIGIN - NC Native
· EXPOSURE PREFERENCE - Full sun
· FLOWER COLOR - purple
· HEIGHT - 24-36"
· HABIT - deciduous
· MOISTURE - moist/well drained
· HARDINESS ZONES - 3-8
Liatris spicata, commonly known as Gayfeather, is a tall, native perennial that produces striking spikes of deep purple, fluffy flowers from mid to late summer, creating a vibrant vertical display in the garden. The dense flower clusters are a magnet for pollinators, particularly butterflies and bees, making it a wonderful addition to pollinator gardens or meadows. The plant’s narrow, grass-like foliage forms a neat clump at the base, providing a lovely contrast to the bold, showy blooms. Gayfeather thrives in well-drained soils and full sun, making it an excellent choice for garden borders, wildflower meadows, or prairie-style landscapes. Known for its hardiness and ability to withstand drought once established, Liatris spicata is a low-maintenance, long-blooming perennial that adds both beauty and ecological value to any garden.
· ORIGIN - NC Native
· EXPOSURE PREFERENCE - Full sun
· FLOWER COLOR - purple
· HEIGHT - 24-36"
· HABIT - deciduous
· MOISTURE - moist/well drained
· HARDINESS ZONES - 3-8
