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Liatris spicata

Family Compositae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   3a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 0.6 - 1.5 m (2 - 5 ft)
Spread 20 - 45 cm (8 - 18 in)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The herbaceous perennial Liatris spicata (button snakewort) bears showy, white and fragrant blossoms during mid-summer to early autumn. The matte foliage is faded green in colour and fine in texture. A specimen plant, Liatris spicata (button snakewort) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Border, cut flowers, dried flowers, specimen and wild flower.
Special Characteristics This herbaceous perennial attracts birds and butterflies to your garden.
Cautions The growth rate of Liatris spicata (button snakewort) is fast and you should plan for this in your garden design and layout. Self-sowing, this plant can spread broadly and randomly where conditions are ideal for the seeds to germinate. However, this can be a benefit if you plan to use this plant in naturalizations.