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Liatris spicata
Liatris spicata
More commonly known as blazing star, this liatris spicata features purple blooms. Flowers on this easy-to-grow perennial bloom from the top down. These charming flower spikes liven up sunny borders, mixed pots or meadow gardens. Attracts butterflies. Drought tolerant.
- Hardiness Zones 3-9
- Mature Height 24 - 30 inches
- Bloom Time Mid to late summer (Jul-Aug)
- Light Requirements Full Sun, Half Sun / Half Shade
- Ship As8-10 CM Bulb
- Deer Resistant
- Cut Flower
- Attracts Pollinators
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Botanical Name: Liatris spicata
Availability: In Stock
SKU: #01760
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Product Details
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Restricted States US:
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Botanical Name:
Liatris spicata -
Ship As:
Bulb -
Size:
8-10 CM -
Suggested Uses:
Borders, Bouquets, Cut Flowers, Perennializing, Showy Flowers, Deer Resistant, Attract Pollinator, Drought Tolerant
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Flower Color:
Purple -
Flower Form:
Upright flower spikes -
Foliage Type:
Grassy looking leaves -
Mature Spread:
12 - 18 inches -
Spacing:
12 - 18 inches
Growing Tips
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Planting Instructions:
2" deep and 12-18" apart -
Soil Moisture:
Well drained -
Will Tolerate:
Acidic Soil, Clay Soil, Dry Soil, Loamy Soil, Sandy Soil -
Pruning Instructions:
Not needed
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Winter Care:
Mulch +/- 2" Planting Depth:
2" deepWatering Requirements:
Low to average water needs. Water regularly, do not overwater.Fertilization Requirements:
Once per yearSpecial Care:
Not needed
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Shipping Information
K. van Bourgondien times its shipments from Holland so that bulbs and bareroots arrive at the proper planting time (depending on climatic conditions) for each area of North America.
We take advanced orders, and as the crops are harvested, our staff of K. van Bourgondien experts makes an on-the-spot selection of the finest bulbs available to fill those reservations.
We will pack and ship your order based on the following schedules. The type of product you order or the weather may affect the anticipated shipping schedule.
Please note that we cannot ship outside of the 48
contiguous states.
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Spring 2025 Shipping Schedule
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Bulbs and Bareroot Zones Shipping Dates Last Order Date 3A-5A 4/28/25 - 5/30/25 5/26/25 5B 4/7/25 - 5/30/25 5/26/25 6A 3/24/25 -5/30/25 5/26/25 6B 3/10/25 - 5/30/25 5/26/25 7A 2/24/25 - 5/30/25 5/26/25 7B-8A 2/17/25 - 5/9/25 5/5/25 8B-9A 2/10/25 - 5/9/25 5/5/25 9B-11B 2/3/25 - 5/9/25 5/5/25
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Orders for gift certificates will be shipped immediately.Due to hot weather conditions, we are unable to ship any plant items from late June through August. General merchandise will be shipped with your plant order.
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Reviewed by 11 customers
Good addition to my Liatris section
As an owner of a retail nursery here in Oregon, I would definitely recommend K.Van. K.Van is my "go-to" supplier for viable and healthy plants with a high rate of germination and yield rate. I've ordered from them for the past 5 years and will continue to do so.
Rotten
This Liatris Spicata were the replacement of another plant I ordered because the other plant was dry when it arrived. This one was rotten, full of some type of flies and the corms were completely rotten and mushy. Do not buy anything from this company.
Merchant Response
Thank you for writing a review of the Liatris Spicata. We are truly sorry to hear that this item arrived in poor condition. We are more than happy to honor our No-Risk Guarantee for you. One of our Customer Care agents will be contacting you soon with a positive resolution.
They all came up
Planted 200 and they all grew can't be happier.
Unfortunately did not grow
I planted 500 of these bulbs and less than 10 grew. This was very disappointing however the company honored their "guarantee " in regard to the bulbs.
Mixed feelings on this batch
Had ordered 100 in past years with excellent results. Newer garden space and wanted same showy display. Of this order of 100, only half came up. Haven't bloomed yet, but seem to wilt and flop over too quickly. I'm still hoping for results. Deer avoid them, but bunnies have feasted on a small patch of 20.
Ordered 100, only 14 came up
I tried but very poor results. Would not try again
Impressive plant
I bought 200 corms in 2 rounds in 2018 and 2019. I planted them in groups of 30 all over the garden for a woww effect and let me tell you they did not disappoint. They are low maintenance with a beautiful color and attract lots of butterflies. Highly recommend they just got better with time. They bloomed from the first year and price wise they are a steal. Thank you again!!!! Your biggest fan from Chicago 😜
Very healthy corms
I started these in 4" pots and every single one came up. All of the corms were big and healthy. For the price, this is a great deal.
EXCELLENT!
I bought this collection last year and planted in the Spring. Nearly every single bulb sprouted and most bloomed last year! I'm so excited to see how they do this year and am buying more! Worth every penny!
Great place to buy bulbs & plants.
Great place to buy bulbs & plants. Customer service & the plant finder are outstanding.
Questions & Answers
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How many days after planting these bulbs can you expect them to break thu the surface and bloom?
- Asked by John
- Verified Reply - AngelaThat will depend on when you plant the Liatris bulbs. They don't bloom until mid to late summer. They usually emerge from the ground in late spring and bloom the first year planted.Was this answer helpful to you
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Since neonicotinoids toxic to pollinators in even small quantities, can you ensure that the plants I purchase from you wont cause colony collapse to the bees in my area?
- Asked by Karen
- Verified Reply - AngelaAs a beekeeper myself, I understand your concern completely. I choose to grow mostly organically and even spray free in most cases. Exceptions are made for some fruit trees with careful timing and limited use. I have many, many plants that were not initially grown organically at the nursery. We have many bee hives that have been thriving for years. This is anecdotal and CCD is a very complicated issue. If you are interested in reading more factual information about the problem, here is a great link. https://bee-health.extension.org/pesticides-and-their-involvement-in-colony-collapse-disorder/ Our growers and nurseries use an integrated pest management system and some plants are never sprayed. The plants are treated only if there is an identified issue. All pesticides used are regulated and approved by the EPA.Was this answer helpful to you
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When is the best time to plant Liatris corms?
- Asked by Bob
- Verified Reply - AngelaIf you order Liatris spicata now, we will ship it at the appropriate time for spring planting in your zone. Early spring is the best time to plant in Texas.Was this answer helpful to you
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Do you use neonicotinoids in plant prep?
- Asked by Mary
- Verified Reply - AngelaThe EPA regulates the use of pesticides and our in-house growers and those outside suppliers we use, operate off of these regulations. Currently, the EPA is allowing the use of this class of chemical. Neonicitinoids are sold in mass at the retail level by big box stores. They are essentially being used everywhere. For the products that we sell outside of the organic label, we cannot control if they have been exposed to these pest control tools.Was this answer helpful to you
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What variety is your Liatris Spicata?
- Asked by Victoria
- Verified Reply - ViciThis is sold as Liatris Spicata and is not a certain variety.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
HOw many bulbs come in a bag?
- Asked by MaryBeth
- Verified Reply - AngelaThe Liatris spicata offer includes 100 bulbs. They only need to be planted 1-2" deep so it's easy to get them all in the ground. Liatris is beautiful and reliable. You'll love it. Was this answer helpful to you
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I have just received the Liatris spicata corms but I am waiting to plant due to the possibility of frost. How and at what temperature should they be stored?
- Asked by Lawrence
- Verified Reply - ViciThese bareroots should be planted as soon as you can. Frost will not harm these dormant perennial roots. They can be planted as long as the soil is not frozen. They will stay dormant in the ground until the temperatures warm up. Was this answer helpful to you
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Are the forms of liatris spicata treated with any neonicotinoids or other systemic pesticides?
- Asked by E
- Verified Reply - KimberlyThe EPA regulates the use of pesticides and our in house growers and those outside growers we use, operate off of these guidelines. Currently the EPA is allowing the use of this class of chemical. Neonicotinoids are sold in mass at the retail level by big box stores. They are essentially being used everywhere. For the products that we sell outside of the organic label, we cannot control if they have been exposed to these pest control tools. Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
The web page has a pot with roughly 20 flowers. Is this 20 bulbs? Or does each bulb have more than on flower. If 20 bulbs, the directions say plant 12-18 inches apart. What was spacing in the pot pictured
- Asked by Donald
- Verified Reply - KimberlyLiatris spicata form clumps that have several blooms on them. We do not have the information on how may bulbs were planted in this pot. You may plant them two per 6 inch pot or combine together into larger pots.Was this answer helpful to you
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how many bulbs are in a bag?
- Asked by Doug
- Verified Reply - KimberlyThere are 100 bulbs per bag of Liatris spicata. Was this answer helpful to you
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