Liatris spicata Floristan White Blazing Star

Canadian Zone: 2-9

The seeds will require 8 to 10 weeks of cold stratification in order to germinate. This can be achieved if you direct sow the seeds in the garden in the fall, or if you store the seeds in the refrigerator before planting them in indoor starter trays six to eight weeks before the last spring frost.

If starting indoors, (after the refrigeration stratification period) plant the seeds in small pots or starter trays filled with standard potting mix. Moisten the mix, then plant the seeds in groups of three to five seeds, just barely covering them with additional potting mix. Place the containers in a spot that receives morning sun and where nighttime temps remain above 50 degrees Fahrenheit. Keep the potting mix moist until the seeds sprout, which usually takes two to four weeks.

Keep the seedlings moist as they grow in a sunny location until it's time to transplant them outdoors after all danger of frost has passed. New seedlings may need protection from feeding rabbits for the first year. When planted from seeds, Liatris usually does not bloom until the second or even third year.

 Floristan White Blazing Star

 Floristan White Blazing Star is an herbaceous perennial with a rigidly upright and towering form. It brings an extremely fine and delicate texture to the garden composition and should be used to full effect.

This plant will require occasional maintenance and up-keep, and is best cleaned up in early spring before it resumes active growth for the season. It is a good choice for attracting butterflies to your yard, but is not particularly attractive to deer who tend to leave it alone in favor of tastier treats.

Widely grown as a commercial cut flower, this is selected from one of our native prairie wildflowers. Plants form a low clump of grassy looking leaves, bearing tall spikes of clean white flowers beginning in midsummer. Very useful in the sunny border or meadow garden, or in containers. Clumps may be easily divided every 3 to 4 years in the spring. Beautiful in combination with the purple forms.

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Liatris spicata Floristan White

Planting & Growing

Floristan White Blazing Star will grow to be about 18-32 inches tall with the flowers, with a spread of 18 inches. It grows at a fast rate, and under ideal conditions can be expected to live for approximately 10 years. As an herbaceous perennial, this plant will usually die back to the crown each winter, and will regrow from the base each spring. Be careful not to disturb the crown in late winter when it may not be readily seen!

This plant should only be grown in full sunlight. It is very adaptable to both dry and moist locations, and should do just fine under typical garden conditions. It is considered to be drought-tolerant, and thus makes an ideal choice for a low-water garden or xeriscape application. It is not particular as to soil type, but has a definite preference for acidic soils, and is subject to chlorosis (yellowing) of the foliage in alkaline soils. It is somewhat tolerant of urban pollution.

Plants will also readily self-sow if you don’t cut the flower stalks back in the fall. Blazing stars are rarely troubled by insects or diseases, but the foliage can succumb to powdery mildew, especially in hot, humid weather. The problem can minimized by growing plants in full sun and providing ample space between them to improve air circulation.

Note: It is up to the buyer to verify nutritional and health benefits with a qualified professional for all edible plants listed.

Seeds are fresh, untreated, open-pollinated for seed saving, and organic.

You will receive a package of 50 seeds. 

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Due to the nature of our products, seed germination rates may vary depending on storage and growth conditions. Some varieties have a naturally low germination rate, at around 50%. When a variety has a lower germination rate, it is usually indicated on the packet and we endeavor to provide more seeds to compensate. The vast majority of our seeds have germination rates of over 85%. We work hard to provide you with the best service possible.