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| Common Name | Blazing Star, Devil's Bite, Large Blazing Star, Large Button Snakeroot, Tall Gayfeather |
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| Uses | Beds, Birds, Butterflies, Cut Flower, Hummingbirds, Illinois Native Plant, Missouri Native Plant, Naturalize |
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Liatris scariosa – Blazing Star
Has the largest flowers of all Missouri native Liatris
A beautiful Missouri native plant, Blazing Star, Liatris scariosa, delights with puffs of purple that look like fireworks taking off. These masses of purple flowers are major food sources for butterflies and other pollinators. Plant grows 2-4′ tall, growing tallest in rich soil. Liatris scariosa blooms in late summer to early fall, making it a valuable addition to gardens and landscapes looking for late-season color. Also known as Devils Bite, Large Blazing Star, Large Button Snakeroot, and Tall Gayfeather.
Compared to other Liatris species, Liatris scariosa has distinctive extra-large flower heads with a greater number of florets per head.
An easy-to-grow perennial. Plant in average soil in full sun. Stands up to heat and humidity.
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