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Liatris spicata

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Type

Trees, Shrubs, & Vines

Forbs & Flowers

Grasses, Sedges, & Rushes

Conditions

Sun

Shade

Wet

Dry

Land Use

Obligate Wetland Plant almost always occurs in wetlands.

Facultative Wetland Usually occurs in wetlands but may occur in non-wetlands.

Facultative Plant occurs both in wetlands and in non-wetlands.

Facultative Upland Usually occurs in wetlands but may occur in non-wetlands.

Obligate Upland Plant almost always occurs in non-wetlands.

Prefers full sun and moist soil. Taller plants may require staking or other support. Tolerant of summer heat and humidity. Cut back last year's growth during the winter months. Also known as Spiked Gayfeather. Attracts bees, butterflies and hummingbirds. Makes nice cut flowers.

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Details

Plant Type

Forbs & Flowers

Conditions

Sun

Wet

Native to Kentucky?

Native to Kentucky

Land Use

Facultative Occurs both in wetlands and in non-wetlands.

Project Uses

Bioswale / Rain Garden / Green Dry Basin

Urban / Tree Box

Wetland Restoration

Tendency to Spread

Low

Height (ft)

3-5

Flower Color

Purple

Fall Showy?

Flowering Time

July-Aug

Root Depth (ft)

1.2

Salinity Tolerance

Low Tolerance