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Liatris punctata
A striking late-summer prairie wildflower with rocket-spike clusters of densely-packed bright purple flower heads, blooming from the top down (unusual for a flower spike). Grass-like dotted leaves. Exceptional pollinator plant — monarchs especially love it. Deep carrot-like taproot (30+ cm) makes it highly drought-tolerant and difficult to transplant once established.
Quick Facts
Distribution
Prairie, Parkland, Zone 3
Light
Full sun
Bloom Time
Aug–Sept
Soil
Lean, well-drained, sandy or gravelly
Water
Low — very drought-tolerant
Pet Safe— Generally considered safe around pets.
Growing & Cultivation
Propagation
Seed requires 30–60 days cold stratification; sow on surface (needs light). 2–3 years from seed to first bloom. Do not attempt division of mature taprooted plants.
Spacing
30–45 cm
