Prairie Blazing Star
Liatris pycnostachya
Description
The Prairie Blazing Star is a perennial plant native to North America, known for its striking spike of purple flowers. It is a member of the aster family and is widely used in prairie restorations, naturalized gardens, and as an ornamental plant due to its appeal to pollinators such as butterflies and bees.
- Life Cycle
- perennial
- Height
- 3 to 5 feet
- Sun Exposure
- Partial sun to full sun
- Bloom Months
- July, August, September
- Bloom Color
- Bloom Description
- This plant features vibrant purple flower spikes.