Dotted Blazing Star Liatris Seeds

Dotted Blazing Star (Liatris punctata) is a hardy native perennial of the Great Plains and central U.S., historically thriving in dry prairies, foothills, and rangelands where its exceptionally deep root systemoften reaching several feet downhelped it endure drought and grazing. This species is known for its compact stature and dense spikes of bright purple, dotted flower clusters spaced neatly along the stem, each rich in nectar and highly attractive to bees, butterflies, and especially migrating monarchs. Its narrow, grass-like leaves form a tidy clump, and the plants rugged nature makes it well suited to xeriscapes, wildflower gardens, and restoration projects. To grow Dotted Blazing Star, sow seeds in full sun and well-drained, even rocky or sandy soil, allowing for natural winter stratification or chilling seeds before planting; once established, it is long-lived, low-maintenance, and reliably blooms each late summer with vibrant color.

Plant Height: 2′

Botanical Name: Liatris punctata

Seed Type: Seed

Additional Characteristics: Attracts Pollinators, Attracts Birds

Seeds Per Gram: 140

Seeds Per Pound: 62,000

Packet: 50 Seeds

Sow Depth: 1/2″

Seeds Per Ounce: 4,000

Breed: Open-pollinated

Sun: Full Sun

Life Cycle: Perennial

Sow Method: Transplant

Plant Spacing: 10-12″

Categories: Flowers

Days To Maturity (# Days): 365

Growing Instructions

Learning Download:How to Grow Liatris

Liatris is a perennial that can reach up to 5 feet tall and typically bloom with purple flowers that attracts hummingbirds, bees and butterflies to the garden. It originates from the United States.

Before Planting:Add compost or fertilizer to the garden prior to planting.

Planting:Sow seeds outdoors in the fall eight weeks before the first frost. Sow seeds 1/4 inch deep and 12 inches apart.

Watering:Begin watering once spring arrives and water at the base of the plant.

Fertilizer:After the winter season and during Liatris first year f growth, use a balanced liquid fertilizer in the spring and in the summer.

Days to Maturity:Flowers will bloom in the second season.

Harvesting:To harvest as a cut flower, cut the Liatris when half of its blooms have already opened.

Tips:Liatris may need to be divided every few years to better its growth. Divisions should be made in the fall after the plants die back.