Liatris spicata ~ Marsh Blazing Star, Gayfeather 5-9ft-height Prefers sunny areas in rich

Prefers sunny areas in rich moist soils

The very large

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fragrant double-petaled white flowers that can have a pink or crimson splash begins in late spring

Liatris spicata ~ Marsh Blazing Star, Gayfeather 5-9ft-height Prefers sunny areas in richMarsh Blazing Star is an upright clumping native perennial with basal tufts of narrow grass like medium green foliage. Sturdy stalks rise in summer with fluffy purple disk flowers in summer. Grows best in full sun and moist fertile soils. Drought and heat tolerant. Liatris spicata is a host plant for 4 species: the rare Glorious Flower Moth, and the Painted Lady, Painted Indian butterfly, and Silvery Checkerspot butterfly. Attracts various bees and