Liatris 'Blazing Star' Seed

Native Blazing Star | Vertical Purple Spikes | Monarch & Pollinator Magnet

Liatris, or Blazing Star, is a true North Carolina native — tall, vertical spikes of feathery purple that bloom top-down, giving weeks of continuous color and a strong architectural line in any bed or bouquet.

What You'll Love

• A true NC native — genuine regional pollinator support
• Striking vertical form, unlike anything else in a mixed bed
• Strong monarch and butterfly draw
• Comes back reliably as a perennial
• 20 seeds per packet

Planting Information

• Sun: Full sun, 6–8 hours daily
• Plant type: Perennial
• Germination: 20–30 days (benefits from cold stratification)
• Best soil temperature: 65–70°F
• Planting depth: 1/8 inch
• Spacing: 12–15 inches apart
• Bloom time: Second year onward, mid-late summer into fall
• Height: 24–48 inches

How to Grow
Cold-stratify seeds in the refrigerator for 4–6 weeks before sowing for best results, or direct sow in fall. Press seeds lightly into soil. Tolerates poor soil well. Patience is key — full bloom typically comes the second year.

Good to Know
Blooms open top-down along the spike, giving a long, continuous bloom window. Seedheads left standing feed birds in late fall.

Perfect For

• Native pollinator gardens
• Prairie/meadow-style plantings
• Vertical accents in cutting gardens
• Low-maintenance perennial beds

Package Includes

• 20 Liatris 'Blazing Star' seeds
• Access to our full QR-linked growing guide
• Hand-packed with care by Briar Patch Picker