Liatris Elegans Seeds - Heirloom Flower Plant for Home Gardens

Liatris elegans is a native perennial wildflower with slender upright stems and spikes of purple flower clusters. It adds vertical interest to prairie gardens, native plantings, borders, and naturalized landscapes. It prefers full sun, well-drained soil, and moderate moisture during establishment.

Features

• Native North American perennial wildflower
• Produces slender spikes of purple flowers
• Upright growth habit for borders and prairie gardens
• Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators
• Suitable for native and naturalized plantings
• Prefers full sun and well-drained soil

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Liatris elegans
• Common Name (US): Blazing Star
• Seed Type / Variety: Perennial Wildflower
• Growth Habit: Upright Herbaceous Perennial
• USDA Zones: 7–10
• Planting Season: Fall or early spring
• Growing Season: Spring through fall
• Sowing Season: Fall to early spring
• Sowing Season Months: October–April
• Germination: 2–4 weeks; cold stratification may improve germination
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained, sandy or loamy soil
• Watering Needs: Moderate during establishment; allow soil to dry slightly between watering once established
• Mature Plant Size: 2–4 ft. tall
• Plant Spacing: 12–18 in. apart