{"product_id":"purple-blazing-star-flower-seeds-liatris-spicata-cold-hardy-butterfly-pollinator-plant","title":"Purple Blazing Star Flower Seeds (Liatris spicata) Cold Hardy Butterfly \u0026 Pollinator Plant","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"173\" data-start=\"0\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"54\" data-start=\"0\"\u003ePurple Blazing Star Flower Seeds (Liatris spicata)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"57\" data-start=\"54\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"171\" data-start=\"57\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"173\" data-start=\"0\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eLiatris spicata\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, commonly known as \u003cstrong\u003ePurple Blazing Star\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eGayfeather\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a striking native North American perennial wildflower prized for its tall spikes of vivid purple blooms and exceptional value to pollinators. This hardy prairie species is widely planted in butterfly gardens, native landscapes, perennial borders, rain gardens, and cottage-style plantings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"890\" data-start=\"565\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003ePurple Blazing Star produces upright flower spikes covered in bright purple bottlebrush-like blooms that open from the top downward, creating a unique and eye-catching floral display from mid to late summer. These nectar-rich flowers are highly attractive to butterflies, bees, hummingbirds, and other beneficial pollinators.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1148\" data-start=\"892\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eThe plant forms dense clumps of narrow grass-like green foliage at the base, while flowering stalks typically reach heights of 3–6 feet tall. Its vertical growth habit makes it an excellent accent plant in mixed perennial beds and prairie-style landscapes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1440\" data-start=\"1150\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eThis low-maintenance species grows best in full sun to partial shade and prefers average to moist, well-drained soils with acidic to neutral pH. Unlike some other blazing star species, Liatris spicata tolerates moist soils particularly well and adapts to summer heat and humidity with ease.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1473\" data-start=\"1442\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e🌱 Growing \u0026amp; Care Information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1670\" data-start=\"1475\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eLight: Full sun to partial shade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1510\" data-start=\"1507\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eSoil: Average to moist, well-draining soil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1555\" data-start=\"1552\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eWater: Moderate moisture preferred\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1592\" data-start=\"1589\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eGrowth: Upright perennial wildflower\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1631\" data-start=\"1628\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eClimate: Cold hardy temperate regions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1780\" data-start=\"1672\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eThis species spreads slowly through underground corms and also self-seeds under suitable growing conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1814\" data-start=\"1782\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e🌿 Why Grow Purple Blazing Star?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2149\" data-start=\"1816\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e• Brilliant purple bottlebrush flower spikes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1863\" data-start=\"1860\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e• Excellent butterfly and bee attractor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1905\" data-start=\"1902\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e• Native North American perennial wildflower\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1952\" data-start=\"1949\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e• Tall vertical accent for gardens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1989\" data-start=\"1986\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e• Great for rain gardens and pollinator beds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2036\" data-start=\"2033\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e• Heat and humidity tolerant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2067\" data-start=\"2064\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e• Easy low-maintenance perennial\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2102\" data-start=\"2099\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e• Beautiful prairie and cottage garden flower\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"2180\" data-start=\"2151\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"2180\" data-start=\"2151\"\u003eUSDA Hardiness Zones: 3–9\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 16pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eBlazing Star Germination:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\"\u003e1)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\"\u003e Cold stratify in a zip lock bag filled with moist vermiculite. Place inside the fridge for 60 days.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\"\u003e2) \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\"\u003ePlant the seeds in a seed starting mix, barely covering with just a dusting of soil. Keep near the top, planting no more than 1\/16 of an inch deep. Use a spray bottle to mist them when needed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\"\u003e3)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\"\u003e Place them where they will receive morning sun, or place under a grow lamp for 6 hours in the mornings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\"\u003e4) \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\"\u003eUse a heated propagator mat to keep the soil between 68-70 degrees F.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\"\u003e5)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\"\u003e Expect germination anytime between 20-45 days.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"vertical-align: baseline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 16pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eGerminación de la Blazing Star:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"vertical-align: baseline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e1) Realice una estratificación en frío colocando las semillas en una bolsa con cierre hermético (tipo Ziploc) llena de vermiculita húmeda. Coloque la bolsa en el refrigerador durante 60 días.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"vertical-align: baseline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e2) Siembre las semillas en una mezcla especial para la germinación, cubriéndolas apenas con una fina capa de tierra. Manténgalas cerca de la superficie, plantándolas a una profundidad no mayor de 1\/16 de pulgada. Utilice un pulverizador para rociarlas con agua cuando sea necesario.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"vertical-align: baseline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e3) Colóquelas en un lugar donde reciban sol matutino, o sitúelas bajo una lámpara de cultivo durante 6 horas por las mañanas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"vertical-align: baseline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e4) Utilice una manta térmica para germinación a fin de mantener la temperatura del sustrato entre 68 y 70 grados Fahrenheit (aprox. 20-21 °C).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; vertical-align: baseline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e5) La germinación suele ocurrir en un plazo de entre 20 y 45 días.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seed Head Exotics","offers":[{"title":"25 SEEDS","offer_id":54133400437020,"sku":null,"price":8.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"50 SEEDS","offer_id":54133400469788,"sku":null,"price":12.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0924\/9931\/2924\/files\/new2blazing_star1-topaz-upscale-4x-denoise-sharpen-lighting-text.webp?v=1779283228","url":"https:\/\/www.seedheadexotics.com\/products\/purple-blazing-star-flower-seeds-liatris-spicata-cold-hardy-butterfly-pollinator-plant","provider":"Seed Head Exotics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}