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
Earth Sangha Inventory
Founded in 1997, the Earth Sangha is a nonprofit public charity based in the Washington, DC, region. The Wild Plant Nursery is the most comprehensive source of local-ecotype, native plants in the Washington DC region, and the region’s only facility dedicated exclusively to this type of propagation. “Local-ecotype” plants are propagated from local, wild, naturally-occurring populations and are well-adapted to local conditions and for wildlife species that depend on the local forms, such as pollinators. Inventory is updated on a weekly basis so number may not be accurate.
| Pots Available | Plugs Available | Location | Notes | ||
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| 340 | 0 | Row O, Row P |
Reserved for conservation projects |
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Carniola Farms Nursery
Nursery operates Arlington Native Plants & Edibles located at 925 N. Madison St. Arlington Virginia 22205. Plants can be purchased at any time by making an email appointment at carniolafarms@gmail.com. Also, during the during the planting season, they are open some Saturdays from 11AM to 3PM. Check their website for datesThis plant list is from the beginning of the 2025 season and may be out-of-date
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| Yes | View My Wishlist |
Bona Terra Nursery
Small family-run native plant nursery with a focus on the local genetics necessary to restore diversity in the Chesapeake eco-region. Offers free remote design service for small gardens up to 400 square feet. Orders are placed via email and items can be picked up at their NW DC office or delivered for a fee. This plant list is from the beginning of the 2025 season and may be out-of-date
| Pots Available | Pot Size | Notes | Add to Wishlist | |
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| 0 | Quart |
600 Quart size available May 2025 |
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| 4 | 1 Gallon |
600 Quart size available May 2025 |
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| 0 | 3 Gallon |
600 Quart size available May 2025 |
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