blazing star

Liatris ligulistylis

Blazing Star (Liatris ligulistylis) is a hardy perennial flower native to the eastern United States. It grows up to 3 feet high with purple-pink flowers atop long, erect, flower spikes. The blooms of Blazing Star appear in late summer or fall and attract a variety of butterflies and moths to the garden. Its leaves are thin and grass-like with an upright, grass-like habit and are aromatic when crushed. For additional interest, its flowers produce fluff-like bristles in the fall. Blooming from midsummer to fall, Blazing Star is a striking addition to any garden.