Liatris pychnostachya - Blazing Star , Thickspike Gayfeather |
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| Family: Asteraceae | Growth Form: Forb/Herb | |
| Hydro Zone: +6” and up | NWC: FAC- | |
| C-value: 8 | Max Height: 4’ | |
| Hardiness Zones: 3 – 9 | Light: Full sun – light shade | |
| Bloom: 18 July – 15 Sept. | Collect Seed: Fall | |
| Similar Species: Echinacea pallida, Liatris spp. | ||
| Distinguishing Characteristics: Covered with narrow leaves up to 1' long and up to 1/2" wide at the base of the plant, smaller higher up the stems. Flower clusters form a solid, purplish pink spike up to 1' long, bracts curve backward and have pointed tips. | ||
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