Liatris spicata ~ Marsh Blazing Star, Gayfeather 5-9ft-height Large stalks may need staking

Large stalks may need staking

Prefers sunny areas in rich moist soils

Gardenology

Can cut back any dying foliage after flowering

The very large

Liatris spicata ~ Marsh Blazing Star, Gayfeather 5-9ft-height Large stalks may need stakingMarsh 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