Wayside Gardens Liatris Kobold Original Bulbs
Best low-maintenance perennial for gardeners seeking deer-resistant, butterfly-friendly summer color.
This compact cultivar packs the wild, butterfly-attracting charm of native Liatris into a tidy, fourteen-inch frame. While you sacrifice the height of traditional wildflowers, you gain a resilient, deer-resistant performer that thrives in neglected soil and blooms reliably from the very first year.
$9.95
Who it's for
- Beginner gardeners seeking reliable, low-maintenance vertical interest
- Floral designers wanting long-lasting, structural cut flowers
- Eco-conscious gardeners managing dry, pollinator-friendly landscapes
Who should skip it
- Gardeners working with heavy, poorly draining clay soils
- Homeowners dealing with active vole or gopher populations
- Gardeners with limited sunlight or overly fertile soil conditions
Performance breakdown
Pollinator Appeal
A reliable magnet for butterflies throughout the mid-to-late summer season.
Maintenance Ease
Thrives in poor soil with minimal intervention from the gardener.
Deer Resistance
Naturally deters local wildlife, keeping your garden borders intact.
Bloom Duration
Top-down flowering pattern ensures a long-lasting display of rosy lavender.
Adaptability
Hardy across a wide range of zones from three through nine.
Cut Flower Utility
Sturdy, flower-packed stems make for excellent additions to indoor floral arrangements.
Key Specs
SKU
48374-PK-5
Item Form
Bulb
Pack Size
5 Bulbs
Mature Height
14 inches
Mature Width
10 inches
Hardiness Zones
3 - 9
Light Requirements
Full Sun, Part Shade
Moisture Requirements
Dry, Moist, well-drained
Deer Resistant
Yes
Pollinator Attracting
Yes
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