Blazing Star, Gayfeather. Tall stems with narrow leaves topped with long-lasting white flowers in dense spikes. Max Height 60cm. Max Spread 45cm. Flowers August to September. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Liatris spicata ‘Alba’
Tall stems with narrow leaves topped with long-lasting white flowers in dense spikes.
Additional information
| Generic | Liatris |
|---|---|
| Species | spicata |
| Varietry | 'Alba' |
| Common Name | Blazing Star, Gayfeather |
| Flower Colour | white |
| Soil | Light |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Herbaceous |
| Height | 60cm |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Spread | 45cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Erect |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | August, September |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Border |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | |
| Maintenance | |
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