Floristan White Blazing Star
Liatris spicata 'Floristan White'
$27.00
Floristan White Blazing Star has masses of beautiful spikes of white flowers rising above the foliage from mid summer to early fall, which are most effective when planted in groupings. The flowers are excellent for cutting. Its grassy leaves remain green in color throughout the season.
Features and Growing Tips
Note: Each live plant is unique and may differ from the photo while maintaining its beauty. Plants come in a plastic pot; other items in images are not included.
Ornamental Qualities
Floristan White Blazing Star has masses of beautiful spikes of white flowers rising above the foliage from mid summer to early fall, which are most effective when planted in groupings. The flowers are excellent for cutting. Its grassy leaves remain green in color throughout the season.
Planting and Growing
and under ideal conditions can be expected to live for approximately 10 years. As an herbaceous perennial, and will regrow from the base each spring. Be careful not to disturb the crown in late winter when it may not be readily seen!, Floristan White Blazing Star will grow to be about 18 inches tall at maturity extending to 32 inches tall with the flowers, this plant will usually die back to the crown each winter, with a spread of 18 inches. It grows at a fast rate
and should do just fine under typical garden conditions. It is considered to be drought-tolerant, and thus makes an ideal choice for a low-water garden or xeriscape application. It is not particular as to soil type, as a cultivated variety, be aware that it may be subject to certain restrictions or prohibitions on propagation., but has a definite preference for acidic soils, This plant should only be grown in full sunlight. It is very adaptable to both dry and moist locations
Plant Facts
Prefers full sun
Deer Resistant
Keep moisture level dry to moist
Mature Size 18"(32"withtheflowers)Hx18"W
Cutflower Favorite
Flowers are white
Flowers from mid summer to early fall
Attracts butterflies
Zone 2a
Likes average to moist soil