• A vibrant field of purple liatris flowers, also known as blazing star, stands tall under a clear sky.
  • Close up of freshly dug up liatris bulb.
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Liatris spicata/Blazing Star - Blue

These tall magenta spires are a favorite among native pollinators

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About the Variety

Key Features

Frost Tolerant
Heat Tolerant
Drought Tolerant
Prefers Moist Soil
Clay Soil Tolerant
Container Friendly
Attracts Bees
Attracts Butterflies
Attracts Hummingbirds
Fast Growing
Easy to Grow
Perfect for Cut Flowers
Perfect for Borders
Perfect for Dried Flowers
Perfect for Xeriscaping
Reduces Erosion
Deer Resistant
Rabbit Resistant
North American Native

Plant Details

BOTANICAL NAME

Liatris

LIFE CYCLE

  • Perennial

SEED TYPE

  • Corm

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

  • Full Sun
  • Partial Shade

BLOOM SEASON

  • Summer through Late Summer

GROWTH HABIT

  • Clumping
  • Upright

PLANT HEIGHT

  • 36 to 48 inches

COLOR

  • Purple

This beautiful North American Native perennial is remarkably easy to grow! Thriving in full sun and quite tolerant of most soil conditions, this beautiful and eye-catching bloom is found wild in prairie lands and widely cultivated in home gardens! Florists love liatris for being long lasting and making a grand statement in bouquets. We know you'll feel the same!

  • • Perennial; Blue Blooms That Attract Pollinators
  • • Summer Blooming, North American Native
  • • Prefers Sun/Partial Shade

Planting Information

PLANTING SEASON

  • Spring

PLANTING DEPTH

  • 3 inches

WATER NEEDS

  • Average

HARDINESS ZONES

  • 3
  • 4
  • 5
  • 6
  • 7
  • 8
  • 9

COVERAGE

Amount Recommended Coverage
20 Bulbs / Ships in Spring Up to 1.75 Sq. Ft
40 Bulbs / Ships in Spring Up to 3.5 Sq. Ft
100 Bulbs / Ships in Spring Up to 6.75 Sq. Ft

Planting Guide

View our Liatris Planting Guide to learn more.

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We guarantee that our seeds & bulbs will be true to type and ready to thrive. If something doesn't grow as expected, we will make it right. Questions? Call us at 855-440-2929

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    Liatris spicata/Blazing Star - Blue FAQs

    Is Blue Liatris resistant to animals or disease?

    Blue Liatris is deer resistant and rabbit resistant, meaning deer and rabbits generally avoid it due to its taste, texture, or aroma.

    Customer Reviews

    Overall rating: 4.4 / 5 from 12 reviews.

    Customer photo review of Liatris spicata/Blazing Star - Blue

    19 out of 20 bulbs grew and grew well. However, nearly all were quickly obliterated by deer, despite the product being labeled "deer resistant." Will not purchase again.

    Linz 1/5 Verified

    Liatris spicata/Blazing Star - Blue

    Store owner replied: Hello Linz. Thank you for your review of Eden Brothers! We greatly appreciate you bringing this to our attention. It's so important to have feedback like this so we can continually improve our products and processes. We are sorry to hear that those hungry deer didn't act as expected! After speaking with our Customer Service Team, it seems we were able to assist you with this. Thanks for your time in sharing your experience with us!

    These bulbs were pushing up green leaves in less than two weeks and the plants grew super fast. I planted them mid summer and they are blooming now in late September. One of my favorite additions to the garden.

    Jolene C. 5/5 Verified

    Liatris spicata/Blazing Star - Blue

    These are so lovely .. unfortunately, I've endured the endless onslaught of bunnies all summer. By sheer number, some have gotten tall enough to escape ... but, alas, not all. Just wanted to forewarn gardeners with lots of rabbits around, they aren't above munching these back.

    Jane I. 5/5

    Liatris spicata/Blazing Star - Blue

    I bought 100 of these and planted them in various areas of my yard. I think every one has come up and they are rapidly filling the yard with texture and cheer! The second year ones look even better than they did their first year, too. Great buy!

    Rachael 5/5

    Liatris spicata/Blazing Star - Blue

    Can't rate the blooms--they made it up to 6" tall before the rabbits mowed 'em down like hungry seniors at the Golden Corral buffet. Apparently, our bunnies didn't read the "rabbit-resistant" item description.

    Kevin 3/5

    Liatris spicata/Blazing Star - Blue

    Store owner replied: Hello, Kevin Thank you for your review of Eden Brothers! We are sincerely sorry to hear that your Liatris spicata/Blazing Star - Blue did not survive the bunnies as expected! We reached out previously, but wanted to make sure we gave ample opportunity to resolve this issue. Feel free to reach out by phone Monday through Friday from 9am - 5pm Eastern time at 855-440-2929 or by email at service@edenbrothers.sbs. We'd love to hear from you!

    I planted the bulbs according to the directions and everyone of them grew and became beautiful flowers. They really add a special look to my butterfly garden. I purchased the same bulbs from another seller and none of them grew. Eden Brothers is the only way to go if you don't want to waste time and money. I'm looking forward to adding many more Liatris Spicata to the garden this spring and will be purchasing them from Eden Brothers.

    Larry H. 5/5 Verified

    Liatris spicata/Blazing Star - Blue

    Bought as part of a present, the recipient reported that everything arrived healthy and is already growing well.

    Lindsay 5/5 Verified

    Liatris spicata/Blazing Star - Blue

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