Liatris spicata – From midsummer into early fall, Dense Blazing Star sends up tall spikes lined with vibrant purple flower tufts, blooming from the top down in an unusual and eye-catching display. This native Georgia perennial thrives in sunny garden beds and prairie-style plantings, attracting butterflies, bees, and other pollinators with its nectar-rich flowers. Tolerant of clay and drought once established, it brings strong vertical interest and native resilience to any sunny garden space.

Space 12 inches apart

Tip: Plant with Black-Eyed Susan and Mountain Mint for a pollinator-friendly trio that brings height, texture, and color all summer long.