Common Name
Dense blazing star
Dense gayfeather
Dense liatris
Marsh blazing star
Marsh gayfeather
Marsh liatris
Scientific Name
Liatris spicata
Ground Cover
No
Evergreen
No
Plant Form
Herbs
Hardiness Zone
5
6
7
8
Additional Info
Plant NOVA Natives lists this species as particularly popular with the non-native honeybees
Grassland Species
No
Riparian Buffer Species?
No
Flower Color
Red/burgandy
Pink
Flower Prominence
Conspicuous
Deer Resitant
No
Low Maintenance
Yes
Climate-smart plant
Yes
Good Choice for Public Spaces
No
Recommended for
Seed or Fruit eaten by wildlife?
No
Supports Pollinators
No
Pollinators
Bees
Butterfiles
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