Blazing Star Gayfeather
Liatris spicata
Blazing Star Gayfeather
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Tall spikes of feathery purple flowers bloom in summer. Slender, blade like foliage is a bright green and becomes sparser closer to the flower. Can grow exceptionally tall in moist, rich soils and may need staking in high wind.
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Plant facts
Good to know
- Attracts pollinators.
- Deer resistant.
- Suitable for Utah Lake secondary water systems.
- Does well at higher elevations.
Quick answers
How big does Blazing Star Gayfeather get?
About 36"+ tall and 18" wide at maturity.
How much sun does Blazing Star Gayfeather need?
Full Sun (6+ hours).
How much water does Blazing Star Gayfeather need?
Moderate water use.
Will Blazing Star Gayfeather grow in Utah and the Intermountain West?
It is rated hardy to USDA zone 3, so it suits sites in zone 3 or warmer, which covers most of the region. The Salt Lake Valley floor is mostly zone 7; benches, mountain valleys and high plains in Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado and Wyoming are colder, often zones 3–6, so check the zone for your site.
Is Blazing Star Gayfeather deer resistant?
Yes, deer usually leave it alone.
Where can I buy Blazing Star Gayfeather in Utah?
Progressive Plants in Copperton, Utah carries it, but it is not available right now. You can join the waitlist to hear when it's back.
Can landscape contractors buy Blazing Star Gayfeather wholesale?
Yes. Landscape contractors and architects with a Progressive Plants wholesale account get trade pricing, bulk ordering and shipping across Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado, Wyoming and Nevada on our own trucks or by freight ($1,500 minimum outside our local delivery area). Apply at progressiveplants.com/wholesaleapp.html or call 801-565-7333.
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