Compact, spike-like, upright perennial common in gardens and upper Midwestern prairies. Flowers attractive to butterflies.
Native Plant Database
Header Photo: Mervin Wallace
Marsh Blazing Star
Liatris spicata
Plant Type: Herbaceous Perennials
Native Environment: Prairie
Season of Interest:
Main Color: Purple
Fall Color:
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Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Soil
Moisture
Dry, Moderate, High
Nature Attracting
Butterfly
Wildlife Benefit
Butterfly / Moth Nectar
Animal
Resistance
Size
Height:
24 to
36
inches
Spread:
18 to
inches
Size
Height: 24 to
36
inches
Spread: 18 to
inches
Size
Height: 24 to
36
inches
Spread: 18 to
inches
Typical Landscape Use
Sunny garden borders, rain gardens, prairie restorations.
Establishment and Care Instructions
Tolerates wide array of soil and moisture types.
Special Features
Special Usage
Basic Description
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