Meadow Blazing Star
Meadow Blazing Star (Liatris ligulistylis)
Meadow Blazing Star (Liatris ligulistylis) is a tall, native perennial prized for its airy spikes of lavender-pink flowers and strong attraction to monarch butterflies. Ideal for prairie plantings, pollinator gardens, and naturalized landscapes, it adds vertical interest, ecological value, and drought-tolerant beauty to sunny spaces.
Distinctive Features
This variety features tall, slender spikes of fluffy, lavender-pink flowers that bloom from top to bottom in mid to late summer. Known for being a magnet for monarch butterflies, it also attracts bees and other beneficial pollinators. The narrow, lance-shaped foliage forms an upright clump, providing texture even when not in bloom.
Growing Conditions
- Sun Exposure: Full sun.
- Soil: Prefers well-drained, moderately fertile soil but tolerates poor soil conditions.
- Water: Requires low to moderate watering; drought-tolerant once established.
- USDA Hardiness Zones: 3-9.
Ideal Uses
- Prairie Plantings: Excellent for naturalized and wildflower gardens.
- Pollinator Gardens: Attracts monarch butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds.
- Borders: Adds vertical interest and texture to sunny borders.
- Cut Flower Gardens: Ideal for fresh or dried arrangements.
Low Maintenance Care
- Watering: Water regularly during establishment; reduce frequency once established.
- Pruning: Remove spent flower spikes to encourage reblooming.
- Fertilizing: Apply a low-nitrogen fertilizer in spring.
- Winter Care: Cut back dead foliage in late fall or early spring.
Why Choose Meadow Blazing Star?
- Lavender-Pink Blooms: Adds delicate color and attracts monarch butterflies.
- Pollinator Magnet: Highly attractive to bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds.
- Low Maintenance: Thrives in poor soils and dry conditions.
- Vertical Texture: Provides height and movement in the landscape.
For monarch-friendly beauty, vertical interest, and low-maintenance care, Meadow Blazing Star (Liatris ligulistylis) is an excellent choice for prairie plantings, pollinator gardens, and naturalized landscapes.
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