Liatris cylindracea

Also called Barrelhead Gayfeather, Cylindrical Blazing star

Fluffy rose-purple flowers on a leafy spike
Blooms at the top of the spike open first, and open successively down the spike
Narrow dark green grass-like basal leaves, 20 cm long
Good cut or dried flower
Bloom Time: July to September
Flower Height: 30-50 cm
Flower Size: 2.5 cm

ZONE:
4

COLOUR:
Purple, Mauve-lilac

HEIGHT:
30-50 cm

SPREAD:
15-30 cm

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Growing and Maintenance Tips:

Thrives in full sun, poor soils and dry conditions and is often seen growing on hills or slopes. Drought tolerant, it will also grow in a loamy soil if the site is well-drained.

Additional Notes about Ontario Blazing Star:

Native to Ontario

Larval host for many species of native moths, including the Glorious Flower Moth and the Blazing Star Borer Moth. The flowers attract a multitude of bees, along with butterflies such as Painted Ladies and Monarchs, and wasps, and provide late season nectar for migrating butterflies. The seeds are enjoyed by many small birds.