Narrow-leaf Gayfeather

Liatris mucronata

Also called Cusp Gayfeather, Narrow-Leaf Blazing Star

  • Clump-forming habit with upright spikes
  • Fluffy thistle-like deep rose-purple flower heads at the ends of the spikes opening from the top down
  • Narrow green leaves about 10cm long, held horizontally from the spike
  • Flowers attractive to bees and butterflies
  • Seeds will attract birds
  • Bloom Time: mid-summer
  • Flower Height: 80-90 cm
  • Flower Size: 2.5 cm

ZONE:
5

COLOUR:
Purple

HEIGHT:
80-90 cm

SPREAD:
50-60 cm

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Growing and Maintenance Tips:


Grown in average to dry, well-drained soils in full sun. Somewhat tolerant of poor soils. Prefers dry, sandy or rocky, alkaline soils. Will grow taller in fertile loams, but may need staking. Intolerant of wet soils in winter. Tolerant of summer heat and humidity. Will self-seed in sandy soils.

Additional Notes about Narrow-leaf Gayfeather:


Native to south-central US.

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