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Northern blazing star (Liatris novae-angliae) Plants
Northern blazing star (Liatris novae-angliae) Plants
The pink-purple thistle-like blooms of northern blazing star attract many species of bees, flies, and butterflies – especially monarchs. This perennial wildflower struggles in lush, competitive environments and, instead, thrives in harsh conditions that few other species endure.
Native to: Northeast, including southern Maine
Growing conditions: Sun to part shade in dry to medium soil
Natural habitat: grasslands, meadows and fields, coastal beaches
Grows up to: 12-40”
Blooms: July-September
Pairs well with: Scrub oak, Little bluestem, Sweetfern, Butterfly milkweed
Sun
Part Shade
Dry to Medium
