Liatris aspera

Common Name: Rough Blazing Star

Plant Type: Herbaceous

Habitat: Prairie

Light Requirements: sun, part sun

Soil Moisture:

Soil Type: Sand

Height: 3 - 5 ft

Bloom Time: Summer

Flower Colour: pink-purple

Germination Requirements: Seed will germinate within 4 weeks if sown at 70°F. Seed will germinate upon being shifted to 70°F after 90 - 140 days of moist, cold stratification at 40°F

Details/Comments: Does not tolerate wet winter soil. Needs good air circulation.

Picture Copyright: Larry Allain @ USDA-NRCS PLANTS Database