Gayfeather ‘Star Purple’ Seeds (Liatris spicata)

A striking perennial, Gayfeather ‘Star Purple’ produces tall spikes of fluffy, vivid purple flowers that bloom from top to bottom. Elegant and long-lasting, it’s perfect for borders, prairie-style gardens, and cut flower arrangements, while also attracting bees, butterflies, and pollinators.

What Makes It Special

• Unique fluffy purple spikes that bloom top-down

• Hardy, long-flowering, and elegant garden perennial

• Loved by bees, butterflies, and other pollinators

Key Features

• Botanical name: Liatris spicata

• Hardy perennial

• Height: 60–90 cm (24–36 in)

• Bloom time: Mid to late summer

Ideal For

• Borders, prairie gardens, and pollinator-friendly plantings

• Cottage gardens and perennial beds

• Cut flower arrangements (excellent vase life)

Sowing

• Sow indoors Feb–Apr or outdoors Apr–May

• Cover seeds lightly with soil and keep moist

• Germination: 20–40 days at 18–22°C

• Thin seedlings 30 cm apart

• Flowers from the second year after sowing