Meadow Blazing Star
The Meadow Blazing Star (Liatris ligulistylis) is a beautiful perennial wildflower native to North America, known for its vibrant purple flowers and its ability to attract pollinators.
Appearance: It features slender, upright stems reaching 1-5 feet tall, adorned with narrow, lance-shaped leaves. The star-shaped flowers form dense, showy spikes at the tops of the stems, blooming in late summer and lasting for several weeks. Their color ranges from magenta to deep purple, attracting butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds.
Benefits: It provides nectar for pollinators, adds vertical interest to gardens, and is considered a valuable addition to native plant landscapes.
Overall, the Meadow Blazing Star is a low maintenance, rewarding wildflower that brings beauty and ecological benefits to your garden.
