A carefree native perennial that belongs in every sunny garden, Blazing Star (Liatris spicata) is too uncommonly found in today's landscapes. A butterfly magnet that blooms all summer, it is carefree and lovely. Make it part of your next garden planting.
'Kobold Original' is a fine selection of Blazing Star, sporting long, flower-packed stems that open gradually over a period of several weeks. The top blooms open first, working their way down the stem as butterflies and other pollinators visit to sip the sweet nectar. These flowers are a brilliant rosy purple, standing out nicely above the neat rosette of foliage.
Just 14 inches high out of bloom and no more than 2 feet with the addition of its imposing flower stalks, 'Kobold Original' Blazing Star can be squeezed into crowded borders to brilliant effect. It stretches less than a foot wide, and its impact is far greater than the amount of space it occupies. Fond of sunshine, it repeats all summer when the first blooms are cut or deadheaded. (And be sure to cut some for indoor arrangements. 'Kobold Original' is a glorious subject in the vase.)
Unappetizing to nibbling deer and rabbits, this Blazing Star will thrive for many seasons in your sunny garden. Give it excellent soil drainage and pamper it a bit the first year to help it find its feet. From then on, it is quite low maintenance, surviving less-than-ideal conditions effortlessly. Its native resistance to pest and disease make it an easy addition to meadow and wildflower gardens. Discover the beauty of this natural favorite.
| Seeds Pack Size | 100 |
|---|---|
| Genus | Liatris |
| Species | spicata |
| Variety | 'Kobold Original' |
| Product Classification | Bulbs, Perennials |
| Habit | Upright |
| USDA Zone Low | 3 |
| USDA Zone High | 9 |
| Sun / Shade | Full Sun, Part Shade |
| Bloom Color | Lavender, Rose |
| Bloom Season Start | Early Summer |
| Bloom Season End | Late Summer |
| Foliage Color | Medium Green |
| Resistance | Cold Hardy, Deer Resistance, Disease Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Heat Tolerant, Pest Resistant |
| Characteristics | Bloom First Year, Butterfly Lovers, Easy Care Plants, Free Bloomer, Long Bloomers, Repeat Bloomer |
| Uses | Border, Cut Flowers, Outdoor |
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Yes. Bulk discounts apply automatically in the cart:
10 items → 10% Off
50+ items → 20% Off
100+ items → 30% Off
500+ items → 50% Off
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We provide seed bag customization services including logo printing, packaging design, private labeling, and seed quantity customization.
🧪 Are your seeds treated or organic?
Our seeds are natural, untreated, and safe. They are not chemically treated unless specifically noted.
🌍 Do you ship worldwide?
Yes, we ship to over 100 countries. Shipping rates depend on your order size.
