Liatris pycnostachya

Prairie Blazing Star

$390.00 /lb

Liatris pycnostachya (Prairie Blazing Star) is an erect-growing, clump-forming native perennial that typically grows to 4.9 ft. from a corm (structure). Prairie Blazing Star blooms in late summer/early fall with purple flowers that attract hummingbirds and buttterflies. Seeds of Liatris pycnostachya are eaten by songbirds. Prairie Blazing Star grows in full sun to partial shade in mesic to well-drained soils of prairies and open woods. Liatris pycnostachya is found from North Dakota to Wisconsin to Mississippi and Texas. Prairie Blazing Star is drought tolerant and may be used in pollinator-friendly upland and partial shade meadow mixes. Liatris pycnostachya may be grown for cut flower harvest. Prairie Blazing Star is a member of the aster (Asteraceae) family.

Map Key

Present in state
Present and native in county; not rare
Present and native in county; rare
State or county listed as noxious
Present but introduced in county
Not present in state
Species extirpated (historic)
Present in state; exotic

This map shows the native and introduced (adventive) range of this species. Given appropriate habitat and climate, native plants can be grown outside their range.

Indicator Regions
Northcentral & Northeast:
FAC
Midwest
FAC
Eastern Mountains and Piedmont:
FACU
Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain
FACU
Prairie Blazing Star Planting Information

Planting details can vary based on your region, site conditions, and seed mix. For best results, we recommend reviewing our detailed planting guides. These guides include region-specific timing, site preparation, seeding methods, and tips for establishing native species successfully.

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Details
Species
Prairie Blazing Star
Species Type
Native
Habitat
Moist or dry prairies, open woods.
Life Cycle
Perennial
Bloom Period
Summer/Fall
Typical Height
4.9 ft.
Minimum Root Depth
14 in.
pH
6.0 - 8.5
Flower Color
Purple
Approx. seeds per lb
120,000
Seeding rate per acre in a mix
Up to 1 lb
Native Drill Seedbox
Fine
Tolerances
Shade
Full Sun
Drought
Moderate
Salt
Low