Liatris spicata 'Floristan White' typically starts flowering in late summer, usually in July or August.
blazing star
Liatris spicata 'Floristan White'
Also Known As - liatrisBlazing Star (Liatris Spicata 'Floristan White') is a compact, clump-forming perennial with tall, feathery spikes of white flowers. Its stems are draped with tufts of slender, deep-green foliage. The flowers of this species of Blazing Star bloom from late summer to early autumn. This plant grows best in sunny locations with well-draining and slightly acidic soils. It's a great choice for borders, beds, and even meadows. Blooming can be prolonged with deadheading. This plant is drought tolerant but may need supplemental watering during prolonged dry spells. With it's stunning, white flowers, Blazing Star is sure to add an effortless beauty to any garden.
Cycle:
Herbaceous Perennial
Watering:
Minimum
Propagation:
Seed Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
3 - 8
Flowers:
Red-purple Flowers
Sun:
Full sun
Soil:
Sandy Loamy
Fruits:
tan,white Fruits In Autumn Ready In Fall
Growth Rate:
High
Maintenance:
Low
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Water Blazing Star (Liatris spicata 'Floristan White') regularly once per week in the summer, allowing the soil to dry out slightly between waterings. In the winter months few to no waterings are necessary. Too much water will cause the plant to rot, so aim to keep the soil evenly moist but not soggy wet. During particularly hot, dry times, you may need to water 2 to 3 times per week instead of just once.
sunlight
The blazing star (Liatris spicata 'Floristan White') is an erect perennial that prefers full sunlight for at least 6-8 hours each day. This full sunlight will provide the best flowering, vigorous growth, and overall healthy appearance for the plant. In regions with hot summers, partial shade in the afternoon may be beneficial. The blazing star will tolerate some shade but may not flower as profusely or as attractively. It is best to provide morning sunlight with some afternoon shade in very hot regions.
pruning
Blazing Star (Liatris spicata 'Floristan White') should be pruned once a year, right after it has finished blooming. Cut back each stem to the topmost set of leaves that seem to be growing the strongest. Make sure to not remove more than 1-third of the plant. Pruning the dead flower stalks will help to encourage new growth and promote a fuller, bushier shape.
Season
Fall
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Aug
Starts Flowering
Harvest Fruit
The best time to start harvesting the fruits from Liatris spicata 'Floristan White' is in July and August.
