Gayfeather Liatris 8 tubers

The Liatris spicata, also called Button Snakewort, Gayfeather, is a perennial, hardy plant with beautiful violet-pink flower spikes that stand out due to their unique flowering habit from top to bottom.

This strong perennial is not only a fantastic cut flower, but also a valuable source of nectar for bees and butterflies. Liatris grows well in beds with perennials and makes few demands on the soil, provided it is not too wet in the winter.

Striking and long-flowering ornamental plant.
Attractive to bees and butterflies.
Very suitable as a cut flower
Hardy and easy to maintain

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Description

This strong perennial is not only a fantastic cut flower, but also a valuable source of nectar for bees and butterflies. Liatris grows well in beds with perennials and has few demands on the soil, provided it is not too wet in winter.

Unique flowering habit: One of the few plants to flower from top to bottom.
Violet-pink flower spikes: Striking and long-flowering ornamental plant.
Good nectar plant: Attractive to bees and butterflies.
Very suitable as a cut flower: Stays beautiful in bouquets for a long time.
Winter-hardy and easy to maintain: Has few demands, but cannot tolerate wet winter soil.

Growing instructions Liatris kollen

Planting period: April-May
Planting depth: 5-10 cm deep, tubers with the growing points upwards.
Planting distance: 6-9 tubers per group for a full appearance.
Location: Partial shade to full sun, in well-drained soil.
Care: Moderate watering: Prevent the soil from getting too wet in the winter. Remove faded flower spikes to prolong flowering. Only cut the foliage in the spring to protect the plant from frost.
Flowering period: July - September, with a height of approx. 70 cm.

With the Liatris spicata you bring a unique, floriferous and insect-friendly plant into your garden. Whether you are a novice or experienced gardener, this hardy beauty is guaranteed to create a colourful and lively garden!