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Liatris spicata

Marsh Blazing Star

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Description

Marsh Blazing Star (Liatris spicata), also known as dense blazing star or marsh gayfeather, is a striking native wildflower known for its tall spikes of vibrant purple flowers. Unlike many flowering plants that bloom from the bottom up, blazing stars bloom from the top of the spike downward, creating a unique and eye-catching display.

Blooming in mid to late summer, the nectar-rich flowers are a favorite of bees, butterflies, and other pollinators. Monarchs and swallowtails are especially drawn to the bright purple blooms during peak flowering.

Marsh Blazing Star grows best in full sun and prefers medium to moist soils. It naturally occurs in wet meadows and marsh edges, making it an excellent choice for rain gardens, pollinator gardens, and prairie plantings where its tall spikes add color, height, and benefits for wildlife.

Details

SociabilityClumps, Corms
Sun RequirementsFull Sun, Partial Sun
Soil MoistureMesic, Wet-Mesic, Wet
BenefitsPollinators, Bees, Birds, Deer Resistant
Height4-5'
USDA Zones3 - 10
Bloom ColorPurple
Bloom PeriodJuly, August, September
Plant Spacing1-2'

Seeds & Seed Mixes:

Seeds and seed mixes ship nationwide, year-round, typically within 3–5 business days. If you would like to postpone a seed mix shipment until fall, please note this at checkout.

Live Plants:

Live plants are available year-round while inventory lasts and ship to all states except California, Arizona, Oregon, Washington, Nevada, Alaska, and Hawaii. After your order is placed, we’ll contact you to coordinate a spring shipping window, as many plants are overwintered and ship once dormancy breaks.

Estimated shipping for 2026 plant orders begins in mid-April, weather permitting.

If you’re looking to secure plants in advance or need larger quantities for a project, we offer contract growing options. Contact us to discuss your needs and request a quote. Additional species not listed online may also be available through contract grow.

Live Stakes:

Live stakes are available by request only and must be ordered by submitting a contact form. Ordering is open seasonally from November 1 through February 28. A minimum of 100 stakes per order is required, with at least 25 stakes per species.

Live stakes ship only to the following states: Missouri, Minnesota, South Dakota, North Dakota, Nebraska, Kansas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Tennessee, Kentucky, Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, Michigan, and Iowa.

PLS stands for Pure Live Seed, an industry-standard measure of seed quality. It reflects the portion of seed in a batch that is viable and capable of germinating.

What this means for you: when you purchase 1 lb. of PLS seed, the physical weight of the seed you receive will be slightly more than 1 lb. That’s because we account for non-viable seed and natural inert material upfront, so you receive a full pound of live, plantable seed.

Many companies sell bulk seed by total weight, which can include filler and non-viable seed. By pricing based on PLS, we make sure you’re getting exactly what you paid for—high-quality native seed with more predictable, successful germination.

Want to dive deeper? Check out our in-depth article on what PLS is and why it matters.

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