Liatris punctata

A showy plant for dry gardens or shortgrass meadows, Dotted Gayfeather produces lavender bottlebrushes that bloom from the top down. Deep tuberous taproots account for extreme drought tolerance and long life. Nectar plant for butterflies. Firewise.

 

Plant details

  • Common name: Dotted Gayfeather
  • Zone: 4
  • Exposure: Sun
  • Height x Width: 12-18 in. x 8-12 in.
  • Native to: Short Grass Prairie, Central US