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Meadow Blazing Star Seeds

Liatris ligulistylis

4.00 (4 reviews)
  • HOW TO GROW
  • FAST FACTS
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HOW TO GROW

Sowing: Direct sow Meadow Blazing Star seeds in late fall, pressing them into the surface of the soil. For spring planting, mix the Liatris Ligulistylis seeds with moist sand and store in the refrigerator for 60 days before planting; keep the soil lightly moist until germination, which usually occurs within 3-4 weeks at temperatures of 65-70 degrees F. This seed can also be started indoors 6-8 weeks before planting in the spring.

Growing: Young plants will need to be watered as they develop; because of the development of their extensive root systems, blooming usually does not occur until the second year of growth. Mature plants tolerate drought well, though they also flourish in moist soil. After three or four years, the plants may need to be divided for the best growth. This should be done after blooming, when the plant has gone dormant. These plants attract bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds.

Harvesting: These blooms make excellent cut flowers. Choose stalks with about one third of the flowers open, and place them in water immediately; strip the foliage that will fall below the surface of the water. For dried flowers, hang the spikes upside down in a dry, warm place for about three weeks.

Seed Saving: When the flowers fade, they will eventually develop into a fluffy seed head. Since small birds love to eat the seed, harvest promptly to avoid loss. Cut the stems as soon as the fluff darkens slightly and can be removed. Spread the stalks out to dry away from direct sunlight. When they have completely dried, strip the fluff from the stems and clean it as well as possible. Store Meadow Blazing Star seeds in a cool, dry place.

FAST FACTS

Common Names: Round-headed Blazing Star, Meadow Blazing Star, Rocky Mountain Blazing Star, Showy Blazing-Star

Latin Name: Liatris ligulistylis

Species Origin: US Native Wildflower

Type: Native Wildflowers

Life Cycle: Perennial

USDA Zones: 3, 4, 5, 6

US Regions: Mountain, Plains/Texas, Midwest

Seeds per Ounce: 23,000

Stratification: Cold/Wet for 8 Weeks

Germination Ease: Stratify 8 Weeks

Sunlight: Full Sun, Part Sun

Height: 60 Inches

Color: Pink, Purple

Bloom Season: Blooms Late Summer, Blooms Early Fall

Uses: Attracts Pollinators, Attracts Honeybees, Attracts Butterflies, Hummingbirds, Cut Flowers, Deer Resistant

Meadow Blazing Star Seeds 5.0
Review By Michael

Quality Seeds

Quality seeds with high germination rate. My go to place for seeds.

Meadow Blazing Star Seeds 1.0
Review By Dart

No grow

My Blazing Star seeds did not germinate. Had them protected area so I could water when needed. Have not seen any. Been in ground 3 plus weeks. Rhe indian grass did grow.

Hello, These seeds first need to be stratified for 2 months before planting. If you followed the instructions on the packet and haven't had any results, reach out to customer support and we will ship you a new packet so you can try again!

Meadow Blazing Star Seeds 5.0
Review By Dave

Easy to germinate

The seeds have grown well in a temperate climate setting. MD/VA
Staged growth from small planters to larger ones, for root development. Transplants easily.

Meadow Blazing Star Seeds 5.0
Review By Yew Leerskov

Fast shipment

I'm to grow these plants. Hope the seeds will germinate for me.

Size Price Quantity
XL Mylar Packet (~125 Seeds) $3.75 -+
1/16 Oz Mylar (1.77g) $7.96 -+
1/4 Oz Mylar (7.09g) $17.50 Notify Me
1 Oz Mylar (~23,000 Seeds) $50.00 Notify Me
1/4 Lb Bulk Bag (113g) $200.00 -+
1 Lb Bulk Bag (454g) $750.00 -+
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DESCRIPTION

Bursting with brilliant fuchsia stars, this perennial is the grandad of the Liatris family. This native is never lonely; it always has winged creatures like butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds hovering over it. Slow to grow, but lasts many years in dry soils.
This striking native wildflower is often cultivated for its amazing ability to attract butterflies and bees. Though the meaning of the Latin genus name Liatris is a mystery, the species name ligulistylis means "tongue-like style" and refers to the structures in the interior of the flower. The first record of this species can be found in the botanical notes of Andre Michaux, a French botanist who explored the American West about a decade before the famous Lewis and Clark expedition.

HOW TO GROW

Sowing: Direct sow Meadow Blazing Star seeds in late fall, pressing them into the surface of the soil. For spring planting, mix the Liatris Ligulistylis seeds with moist sand and store in the refrigerator for 60 days before planting; keep the soil lightly moist until germination, which usually occurs within 3-4 weeks at temperatures of 65-70 degrees F. This seed can also be started indoors 6-8 weeks before planting in the spring.

Growing: Young plants will need to be watered as they develop; because of the development of their extensive root systems, blooming usually does not occur until the second year of growth. Mature plants tolerate drought well, though they also flourish in moist soil. After three or four years, the plants may need to be divided for the best growth. This should be done after blooming, when the plant has gone dormant. These plants attract bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds.

Harvesting: These blooms make excellent cut flowers. Choose stalks with about one third of the flowers open, and place them in water immediately; strip the foliage that will fall below the surface of the water. For dried flowers, hang the spikes upside down in a dry, warm place for about three weeks.

Seed Saving: When the flowers fade, they will eventually develop into a fluffy seed head. Since small birds love to eat the seed, harvest promptly to avoid loss. Cut the stems as soon as the fluff darkens slightly and can be removed. Spread the stalks out to dry away from direct sunlight. When they have completely dried, strip the fluff from the stems and clean it as well as possible. Store Meadow Blazing Star seeds in a cool, dry place.

FAST FACTS

Common Names: Round-headed Blazing Star, Meadow Blazing Star, Rocky Mountain Blazing Star, Showy Blazing-Star

Latin Name: Liatris ligulistylis

Species Origin: US Native Wildflower

Type: Native Wildflowers

Life Cycle: Perennial

USDA Zones: 3, 4, 5, 6

US Regions: Mountain, Plains/Texas, Midwest

Seeds per Ounce: 23,000

Stratification: Cold/Wet for 8 Weeks

Germination Ease: Stratify 8 Weeks

Sunlight: Full Sun, Part Sun

Height: 60 Inches

Color: Pink, Purple

Bloom Season: Blooms Late Summer, Blooms Early Fall

Uses: Attracts Pollinators, Attracts Honeybees, Attracts Butterflies, Hummingbirds, Cut Flowers, Deer Resistant

Reviews

4.00
Global Rating: 4.00 from 4 reviews
5.0

Review By Michael

Quality Seeds

Quality seeds with high germination rate. My go to place for seeds.

1.0

Review By Dart

No grow

My Blazing Star seeds did not germinate. Had them protected area so I could water when needed. Have not seen any. Been in ground 3 plus weeks. Rhe indian grass did grow.

Hello, These seeds first need to be stratified for 2 months before planting. If you followed the instructions on the packet and haven't had any results, reach out to customer support and we will ship you a new packet so you can try again!

5.0

Review By Dave

Easy to germinate

The seeds have grown well in a temperate climate setting. MD/VA
Staged growth from small planters to larger ones, for root development. Transplants easily.

5.0

Review By Yew Leerskov

Fast shipment

I'm to grow these plants. Hope the seeds will germinate for me.