Gayfeather
Gayfeather
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Liatris punctata var. mucronata
Liatris punctata var. mucronata
Texas Gayfeather, Cusp Gayfeather, Narrowleaf Gayfeather, Blazing Star
Central US
4
–
30 inches
4
–
8 inches
Central Texas
Texas
Full Sun
Low
Deer Resistant
Flowering
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About This Plant
Sun/part shade. A striking autumn wildflower with clusters of purple or pinkish-purple blooms on stiff unbranched stems. Makes an excellent cut flower. A Texas native; attracts butterflies.
Maintenance
Winter cleanup.
Features
Plant Type:
Wildflowers
Size:
4-30" H, 4-8" W
Sunlight Requirements:
Full Sun
Soil Types:
Thin
Wildlife:
Butterflies, Pollinators
Flower Color:
Lavender, Pink, Purple
Bloom Time:
August, September, October, November
Freeze Hardy:
Yes
Invasive:
No
Caution:
None
Coupon Eligible:
No
This plant goes well with
Muhlenbergia dumosa
Dalea frutescens
Schizachyrium scoparium
Echinacea purpurea
Wedelia acapulcensis var. hispida
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