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Blazing Stars (Liatris)

Blazing Stars (Liatris), Botany, Butterfly Farming, English, Gardening, Horticulture

Prairie Blazing Star: A Gem for Butterfly Gardens

Prairie Blazing Star (Liatris Pycnostachya and/or L. spicata) is a stunning native plant known for its tall, spike-like inflorescences adorned with vibrant purple flowers. This beautiful plant is a magnet for butterflies, making it a perfect addition to butterfly gardens across the United States. A Unique Native The Prairie Blazing […]

Blazing Stars (Liatris), Butterfly Farming, English, Gardening, Horticulture

Comparing Liatris Pycnostachya of Central US and Liatris Spicata of Florida

Liatris Pycnostachya, commonly known as Prairie Blazing Star, and Liatris Spicata, also known as Prairie Blazing Star, as well as Dense Blazing Star and Spiked Gayfeather, are two species within the Liatris genus that exhibit remarkable similarities in their morphology. Despite their native ranges being separated by considerable geographic distances, […]