Meadow Blazing Star

Liatris ligulistylis

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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.

This species of blazing star is an upright, clump-forming perennial that typically grows to 2' (infrequently to 3') tall in the wild. It may grow taller in cultivation, particularly if planted in rich, fertile garden soils. May need staking. Intolerant of wet soils in winter. Tolerant of summer heat and humidity. Prefers full sun and moist to dry conditions.

Attracts bees, butterflies, hummingbirds and birds. Makes a nice cut flower.

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Details

Plant Type

Forbs & Flowers

Conditions

Sun

Dry

Native to Kentucky?

Exotic, not native to Kentucky

Land Use

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

Project Uses

Green Roof

Height (ft)

1-3

Flower Color

Purple

Fall Showy?

Flowering Time

July-Sept