Liatris pycnostachya

Prairie Blazing Star

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In July and August, unbranched stalks bear dense spikes of magenta flowers on strong stems. The flowers, which are nectar rich, are a favorite of hummingbirds and butterflies while songbirds enjoy the seeds. Stunning in the landscape or in cut flower arrangements.

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Height
30-42 Inches

Spread
12-24 Inches

Bloom/Seasonal Color
Purple

USDA Hardiness Zone 3-9

Home Owner Growing and Maintenance Tips:

Good Companions

Wild Bergamot (Monarda fistulosa), Compass Plant (Silphium laciniatum), Stiff Goldenrod (Solidago rigida), Purple Coneflower (Echinacea purpurea), Little Bluestem (Schizachyrium scoparium), Rattlesnake Master (Eryngium yuccifolium)

Characteristics & Attributes

Hydrologic Designation

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FAC-

Nature Attracting

•	Butterfly
•	Songbird

Root

•

Fibrous

Season of Interest

•	Late (July-frost)

Soil Moisture

•	Moderate
•	High

Special Uses

•	Fresh Cut Flower
•	Dried Flower

Sun Exposure

•

Full Sun

USFS MO Ecological Map

•	Central Dissected Till Plain
•	Ozark Highlands
•	Osage Plains

Wildlife Benefit

•	Butterfly Nectar
•	Food/Birds