Plant Information
Liatris spicata Kobold
Scientific Name: Liatris spicata
Common Name: Gayfeather
Hardiness Zone: 3a - 9b
Hardiness Degree: -40°F (-40.0°C)
Blooming Season: Summer, Late Summer, Autumn
Plant Habit: Columnar, Mounded, Upright
Characteristics: Attracts Butterflies, Heat Tolerant
Water: Medium
Fertilize: None or when needed only
Spacing: 18 - 24" (46 - 61cm)
Height: 18 - 24" (46 - 61cm)
Width: 18 - 24" (46 - 61cm)
Exposure: Sun
General Information: Abundant flower spikes on compact stalks are outstanding as cut or dried flowers and are a magnet for butterflies. Attractive planted with rudbeckia, echinacea or phlox.
Abundant flower spikes on compact stalks are outstanding as cut or dried flowers and are a magnet for butterflies. Attractive planted with rudbeckia, echinacea or phlox. Blossoms start opening from top of spike; remove spike tips to trim away faded flowers.