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dense blazing star (Liatris spicata)

Dense blazing star (Liatris spicata) is a striking perennial with spiky, purple flower spikes that bloom from mid to late summer, attracting pollinators.

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Sunlight

Full Sun

Watering

Moderate to Low

Soil

Well-drained

Temperature

Moderate

Fertilizer

Low

Care Requirements

Light

Full Sun

Prefers at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily for best flowering.

Watering

Moderate to Low

Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce in fall.

Soil

Well-drained

Temperature

Moderate

Prefers temperatures between 15-24°C during the growing season. Hardy in USDA zones 3-8.

Fertilizer

Low

Generally does not require heavy feeding. Light feeding in spring if necessary.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Herb

Plant Place Type

Garden, Pot

Lifespan

Perennial

Plant Height

0.6-1.2 m

Spread

0.3-0.6 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

Yes

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Lanceolate

Flower Size

1-3 cm

Optimal Sunlight Lux

60000

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Synonyms
Kuhnia spicata (L.) Baill.
Lacinaria spicata (L.) Kuntze
Serratula spicata L.
Suprago spicata (L.) Gaertn.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderAsterales
  • familyAsteraceae
  • genusLiatris
  • speciesLiatris spicata
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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