Liatris pycnostachya

Prairie Blazing Star

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.

Height 30-42 Inches

Spread 12-24 Inches

Bloom/Seasonal Color Purple

USDA Hardiness Zone 3-9

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 • 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