Liatris spicata Seeds (Marsh Blazing Star)

Marsh Blazing Star (Liatris spicata) is a herbaceous perennial plant with slender, upright stems that can grow up to 3 feet tall. Also known as Dense Blazing Star or Gayfeather, it features vibrant purple or pink, bottlebrush-like flower spikes that attract butterflies and bees. This native wildflower thrives in moist, marshy areas and is commonly found in moist meadows, wet prairies, and along stream banks. It can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 3 to 8. Marsh Blazing Star seeds, also known as Liatris spicata seeds, can be sown in early spring or fall for successful propagation.

Growing Liatris spicata from Seed

• Growth cycle: Perennial
• Watering: Medium
• Sunlight: Full Sun
• Suitable climates: Arid, Highland, Humid Continental, Humid Subtropical, Marine West Coast, Mediterranean, Semiarid
• Where to grow: Outdoors
• Flower color: Purple

Germinating Marsh Blazing Star Flower Seeds

To germinate Liatris spicata, sow the seeds on a well-draining soil surface in full sun. Lightly cover them with a thin layer of soil, keep the medium moist, and maintain temperatures around 70-75°F. Germination usually takes between 2-3 weeks.

We source all of our Liatris spicata seeds from a small greenhouse facility based in southeastern Maine and store them in a dark, temperature-controlled environment before shipment. You’ll find that our fresh Marsh Blazing Star seeds are much easier to germinate than the mass-produced packets of flower seeds found in stores! If you have any trouble growing Marsh Blazing Star seeds, we’re happy to send you additional gardening tips. In the (unlikely) event that your Liatris spicata seeds do not germinate at all, we’ll give you a full refund, no questions asked.

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