Liatris ligulistylis

Rocky Mountain Blazing Star produces tall  stalks of lavender/purple flowers. This prairie native is a robust grower and does best in fertile soils with infrequent but deep soakings. Nectar plant for Monarch and other butterflies. Excellent cut flower. Firewise.

Plant details

  • Common name: Rocky Mountain Blazing Star
  • Zone: 5
  • Exposure: Sun
  • Height x Width: 2-3’ x 1’
  • Native to: Montana to New Mexico