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Liatris spicata 'Floristan Violet'

Family Compositae
Plant Type
Zone USDA:   3a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 0.9 - 1.2 m (3 - 4 ft)
Spread 40 - 50 cm (16 - 20 in)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description Liatris spicata 'Floristan Violet' (blazing star) bears faded purple blossoms during mid-summer to early fall. This plant has foliage that is deep green in colour.
Typical Uses Accent, border, container, cut flowers, dried flowers, mass planting and wild flower.
Special Characteristics Butterflies are attracted to Liatris spicata 'Floristan Violet' . This plant has a natural ability to resist deer and rabbits, and it is tolerant of drought.