Chris Ann Farhood
barerooted blazing star bare-rooted plants arrived looking strong. we shall see how they fare in my garden.
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3-9
Over 12"
Moderate
Full sun
Fall
Blazing Star thrives in well-drained soil with moderate moisture. Water regularly, especially in dry spells, but avoid overwatering. Deadhead spent flowers encouraging more blooms—mulch to retain soil moisture and control weeds. Separate clumps every few years to preserve vigor.
Blazing Star thrives in full sun and needs at least six hours of natural sunlight every day. While it can handle partial shade, optimal flowering and robust, upright growth are ensured in full sun. This plant is ideal for sunny gardens and open landscapes.
Thrives in sun and partial shade , Beautiful purple bloom & sweet aroma, Hardy and pest resistant
Chris Ann Farhood
barerooted blazing star bare-rooted plants arrived looking strong. we shall see how they fare in my garden.
Eric Tome
Received quickly and the plants were packed with care. Can't wait for them to grow in my garden.
Keith Duncan
Bought five Blazing Star and they were healthy and a good size. Very impressed with what I received and will order again.
About this plant
liatris kobold, also called 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. It has long stalks and striking plumes of pink-purple blooms in Spring and Summer. It is a highly popular garden perennial, and at TN Nursery, we sell out of this plant quite often due to its striking appearance.

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.
Liatris can be 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 Blazing Star Liatris 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 season’s growth.
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.
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.

Since 1959, TN Nursery has grown and shipped quality bare root plants nationwide. Shipped during dormancy, bare-root plants develop strong root systems and establish quickly. Our experienced team carefully harvests and packages every order, providing growers with trusted plants backed by over 65 years of nursery experience.
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