White Blazing Star

White blazing star, tall slender wands, elegant pollinator-friendly

Botanical Name- Liatris spicata Floristan White

Pronunciation- ly-AT-riss spy-KAY-tuh AL-buh

Foliage- Deciduous

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Mature Height-

Sun Exposure- Full Sun

Soil Preferences- Average, well drained

Current Size- 1 qt

Bloom Color- White

Bloom Time- Summer

Companion Plants- Summer Carnival Hollyhock – provides complementary texture and seasonal interest

Fauna Attracted- Bees, butterflies (including Monarchs for nectar), hummingbirds

Plant Habit- Perennial

Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin - PP46B

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