Late-blooming blazing star selection with tall spikes of fluffy, rose-purple flower heads opening from top to bottom in early fall. Provides vital color and nectar late in the season, when paired with asters and goldenrods. Prefers full sun and well-drained soils and shows good drought tolerance and wildlife value for pollinators and birds.
- Plant Patent: n/a
- Container Size: trade quart
- USDA Zone: 3-8
- Height: 24-48"
- Spread: 12-24"
- Sun Exposure: full sun
- Soil Moisture: dry to average
- Bloom Time: late summer to fall
- Bloom Color: purple
- Foliage Color: green
- US Native: native selection
- Wildlife Benefit: butterflies, bees, hummingbirds
- Notes: drought tolerant, dry soil
- Image Credit: Jelitto/Jet-Seed®