Non-native plants this species can replace:
Common Name
Dense blazing star
Dense gayfeather
Dense liatris
Marsh blazing star
Marsh gayfeather
Marsh liatris
Plant Form
Herbs
Duration
Perennial
Max Height (ft)
4.0
Growth Rate
Medium
Region
Coastal
Piedmont
Mountain
Hardiness Zone
5,
6,
7,
8
Commercially available
Yes
Additional Info
The tall spikes of flowers bloom from the top down, are showy and attract pollinators. The foliage is grass-like and grows in clumps. Prefers average to moist, well-drained soils that range from acidic to neutral in pH. It grows well in full sun to partial shade and also tolerates summer heat and humidity.
Wildlife value: Its flowers are attractive to butterflies, bees, and other pollinators. Larval forms of Schinia sanguinea feed on the flowers and seeds, and the larval form of the Liatris Borer Moth eat the stems. Goldfinches eat the seeds with relish. Plant NOVA Natives lists this species as particularly popular with the non-native honeybees
Flower Color
Red/burgandy
Pink
Flower Prominence
Conspicuous
Bloom Time
Late Summer
Fall
Bloom Month
August
September
October
Light Requirements
Full sun
Partial sun
Moisture Requirements
Moist
Soil Texture
Clay
High organic matter
Loamy
Sandy
Low Maintenance
Yes
Climate-smart plant
Yes
Seed or Fruit eaten by wildlife?
Yes
Pollinators
Bees
Butterfiles
Hummingbirds
Monarchs
Carries Seeds (may not be available)