Liatris squarrosa, commonly called the scaly blazingstar, is an herbaceous perennial plant native to eastern and central North America, with most populations in the Southeastern United States. It is a somewhat conservative species, often found in dry or rocky areas of native prairie and savanna vegetation. It produces purple flowerheads in the summer.
After planting, water the corms thoroughly. The corms need no additional irrigation before the plants emerge. One inch of water a week during the hottest months will prevent stunted flowers and leaf scorch. Apply water to the base of the plants, or use drip irrigation, to avoid spreading fungal diseases. These plants need more water in their first year; afterward, they have very good tolerance to drought and dry soil conditions.
Liatris is not a heavy feeder, but if the soil fertility is poor you can apply a balanced flower fertilizer once a year, in the spring as active growth begins.
Also known as gayfeather or liatris, blazing star's bright purple flowering spikes are often the star of prairie and butterfly gardens. Trim back its flower spikes and leaves to the base of the plant so it's ready for spring and another year of bold color and texture
One inch flowerheads have squarish bracts that are spaced up an unbranched stem. This plant attracts hummingbirds, moths, butterflies, and other pollinators. Grow this plant in well-drained sandy or rocky soils in full sun.
Berries are toxic Liatris squarrosa is a showy drought tolerant perennial wildflower. Plants are up to 2' tall with upright or arching stems clothed in narrow grass-like leaves. In late summer tufted rosy purple flower heads are frequented by butterflies and other pollinators. Leaves are linear and wide spreading.
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