Liatris spicata Kobold #1
Liatris spicata Kobold #1
Kobold Spike Gayfeather
Compact purple wands, tidy upright habit, summer pollinator favorite
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A shorter, more compact cultivar of the native Liatris spicata. Attractive to beneficial bees, skippers, butterflies, hummingbird moths, and hummingbirds. A staple item for cutting gardens. Easy to grow. 18 - 30".
Botanical Name- Liatris spicata Kobold
Pronunciation- ly-AT-riss spy-KAY-tuh
Foliage- Deciduous
Mature Width-
Mature Height-
Sun Exposure- Full sun to part sun
Soil Preferences- Average, well drained
Current Size- #1
Bloom Color- Rosy purple
Bloom Time- Mid summer
Companion Plants- Coreopsis verticillata 'Moonbeam' (compact spires, airy daisies)
Fauna Attracted- Bees, butterflies (including Monarchs for nectar), hummingbirds
Plant Habit- Perennial
- Care Rating- Easy
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin - PP50B
Yearly Care Instructions- Cut back in late fall; prefers well-drained soil and moderate watering.
Trimming Instructions- Cut back to the ground in late fall or early spring.
Fertilization Instructions- Feed lightly with a balanced fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14) in early spring; low feeding need. Good drainage in clay is essential for healthy corms.
Fertilizer Recommendation- Flower-tone
Possible Issues- Powdery mildew, rust
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