Blazing Star Liatris
Thrives in Zones 3-9
Low maintenance and drought tolerant
Attracts beneficial insects naturally
Long-lasting, beautiful cut flowers
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Blazing Star is a prairie-grown native plant with purple flowers. It is ideal for full sun areas and makes a bold statement in your garden with its vertical appearance.
Landscape Uses and Maintenance â Blazing Star Plants
Blazing Star has upright vivid purple blooms and long, thin pointed leaves that will bring vertical structure and contrast to your garden. This native plant will become your late-season favorite with bold flowers that bloom from summer through early fall.
Plant in an area of your garden with full sun to encourage consistent flowering. Avoid planting in the shade: this will limit and can reduce flowering. Deadhead the spent flowers to encourage more new blooms throughout the growing season.
A great addition to the garden border, pond perimeter, pollinator or butterfly, or naturalistic style garden.
Give your new plants plenty of water when you first plant them to help establish a strong root system in their new home. Once established, this plant can tolerate drought and drier periods, but you can give it water weekly to help it thrive.
Cut back when the leaves begin to die off in the fall with your regular fall cleanup. Resist cutting back when the flowers begin to die to ensure the plant is getting optimal nutrients for the next seasonâs growth.
Noteworthy Characteristics of Blazing Star Plants
Blazing Star attracts bees and many butterflies with its nectar-filled blooms including Monarchs, Swallowtails, and Painted Ladies. Pair this vibrant perennial plant with other butterfly magnets including Coneflower, Bee Balm, Asters, and Black Eyed Susan for a great summer display that will last through the fall.
A great source of food for your local bird population! Birds will enjoy eating the seeds of this plant. Attract birds such as chickadees, sparrows, and goldfinches to your garden.
Plant Details - Blazing Star Plants
Family: Asteraceae
Light Requirement: Full Sun
Water Needs: Moderate
Height: 4 ft.
Spread: 1-2 ft.
Growth Rate: Moderate
Bloom Time: Summer
Flower Color: Purple
Wildlife Value: Attracts bees and butterflies.
This Is How Your Plants Will Look upon Delivery
Bloom Season
Fall
Bloom/Foliage Color
Purple
Height at Maturity
Over 12"
Care
Blazing Star thrives in well-drained soil with moderate moisture. Water regularly, especially in dry spells, but avoid overwatering. Deadhead spent flowers encouraging more bloomsâmulch to retain soil moisture and control weeds. Separate clumps every few years to preserve vigor.
Plant Reproduction
Blazing Star spreads locally by seed and expanding its root bunches, called corms.
How to Grow and Care for Bare Root Perennials, Tubers, and Bulbs
Bare root perennials, tubers, and bulbs are an easy and economical way to jumpstart your garden with lasting beauty. These dormant plants should be planted in early spring or fall while the soil is cool and workable. Before planting, soak bare roots in water for 1–2 hours to rehydrate them. Choose a location based on the plant’s light needs—most flowering types prefer full sun, while others thrive in partial shade.
For bare root perennials, dig a shallow hole and spread the roots out naturally, ensuring the crown is level with the soil surface. For tubers and bulbs, plant with the pointed side facing up at a depth about two to three times their height. Cover with soil, gently press down, and water thoroughly.
Keep soil consistently moist (not soggy) until new growth appears. Add mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds, but avoid covering the crown or bulb tops. Once established, these plants require little maintenance—just seasonal watering, occasional dividing, and deadheading or pruning as needed. With proper care, they’ll return and thrive year after year.
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Why You Will Love Our Blazing Star
Dramatic Beauty:
Blazing Star's tall, vibrant purple spikes create a stunning focal point in any garden. Its unique appearance adds a touch of drama and elegance to your landscape.
Extended Bloom Time:
Enjoy an extended burst of color from mid-summer to fall with Blazing Star. Its long blooming period ensures your garden remains vibrant and attractive for months.
Sweet Vanilla Scent:
These flowers emit a delicate vanilla fragrance that perfumes the air, enhancing their natural beauty. Their subtle scent adds a pleasant and inviting aroma to your garden.
Soil Adaptability:
Thrives in a range of soil types, including poor or sandy soils. Its resilience makes it a versatile choice for diverse garden conditions.
