Plants in genus liatris
Liatris squarrosa
Liatris squarrosa, commonly known as the scaly blazingstar, is a native perennial to eastern and central North America. It thrives in dry or rocky areas and produces purple flowerheads in summer. This unique blazing star grows over 2 feet tall and prefers well-drained, alkaline soils.
Liatris squarrulosa
Liatris squarrulosa is a herbaceous perennial native to the Southeastern United States, known for its purple flower heads. It blooms from late summer through fall and is suitable for perennial borders. This plant attracts butterflies and adds vibrant color to gardens.
Liatris microcephala
Liatris microcephala is a perennial native to the southeastern United States, known for its narrow, grass-like leaves and rosy-purple flowers in summer. It is drought-tolerant and attracts hummingbirds.
Liatris elegans
Liatris elegans, also known as pinkscale gayfeather or elegant blazingstar, is native to the southeastern United States. This perennial grows from rounded corms, reaching heights of 30 to 120 centimeters. It features long, thin leaves and greyish purple flowers that open from top to bottom on the stalk. Preferring dry, sandy soils, it thrives in prairie and pineland habitats, making it a resilient choice for native plant gardens.
Liatris chapmanii
Liatris chapmanii is a native plant of Alabama, Florida, and Georgia, thriving in sandy and scrub habitats. It features tall stalks, 2-3 feet high, topped with spikes of small purple flowers in mid-September. This plant is drought-tolerant and requires excellent drainage, making it suitable for rock gardens.
Liatris pycnostachya
Liatris pycnostachya, a perennial from the tallgrass prairies of the central United States, is known for its tall flower stalks and vibrant pink to purplish blooms. This plant attracts a variety of pollinators, including birds and butterflies, and serves as a host for the bleeding flower moth. It can grow up to 5 feet tall and may require support. Liatris thrives in both moist and dry soils with good drainage and is drought-tolerant once established. Its striking bottle-brush flowers make it a standout in any garden.
Liatris aspera 'Bastrop'
Liatris aspera 'Bastrop' is a shorter species of Liatris, reaching up to 3 feet tall. It blooms in late June with large, shaggy purple button-like flowers and has zig-zaggy stalks with wavy green leaves. This drought-tolerant plant is native to central US and attracts butterflies and bumblebees.
Liatris spicata
Liatris spicata, commonly known as Blazing Star, is a clump-forming perennial with bold, upright purple wands that attract pollinators like bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. It is native to North America and grows in USDA zones 3 to 9, requiring full sun and well-drained soil. The plant is deer-resistant and offers a striking display with its rosy-purple blooms.
Liatris spicata 'Kobold'
Liatris spicata 'Kobold' is a native US plant known for its narrow leaves and striking pink-purple spikes that appear in midsummer. Growing up to 14 inches tall, it serves as a great vertical accent in gardens. This perennial is well-suited for sunny locations and attracts butterflies, making it a valuable addition to pollinator-friendly gardens.
Liatris resinosa 'American Voices'
Liatris resinosa 'American Voices', commonly known as blazing star, is a native plant found from Delaware to Louisiana. It grows in seeps, bogs, and wet savannas, reaching up to 20 inches tall with light purple flowers and dark purple calyces. This mid-summer bloomer attracts butterflies and is suitable for wetland gardens.
Liatris microcephala 'White Sprite'
Liatris microcephala 'White Sprite' is a white-flowered selection known for its 2-foot tall by 3-foot wide deciduous mound. It features radial spikes with narrow green foliage, blooming in late June. This drought-tolerant plant prefers well-drained sunny sites and is a favorite for butterflies, making it a vibrant addition to sunny garden areas.