Wayside Gardens Liatris Blazing Star Bulbs
Best low maintenance perennial for pollinator friendly summer garden borders.
A reliable, native perennial that brings striking vertical white spikes to the summer garden. It is a low-maintenance powerhouse that thrives in heat and drought while serving as a vital nectar source for local pollinators.
$23.95
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Who it's for
- Gardeners looking to support local biodiversity and wildlife
- Landscape enthusiasts seeking architectural height and texture
- Busy homeowners wanting high-impact blooms with low effort
Who should skip it
- Growers with poorly draining soil or heavy clay beds
- Gardeners preferring self-supporting plants in exposed or rich sites
- Impatient planters seeking immediate full-scale floral displays
Performance breakdown
Pollinator Appeal
A high-impact nectar source that reliably draws bees and butterflies.
Garden Versatility
Thrives in various light conditions, from full sun to partial shade.
Maintenance Ease
Remarkably low-effort perennial that withstands heat and drought once established.
Visual Impact
Tall, striking white spikes provide excellent vertical structure for garden borders.
Floral Utility
Feathery blooms work beautifully in both fresh and dried arrangements.
Climate Resilience
Cold-hardy across a wide range of zones from 3 through 9.
Key Specs
Genus
Liatris
Species
spicata
Variety
'Alba'
Mature Height
48 inches
Mature Spread
18 inches
Planting Depth
1.5 inches
Spacing
18 inches
Quantity Per Pack
25
Hardiness Zones
3-9
Bloom Season
Mid to Late Summer
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