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Northern Blazing Star Seeds

Liatris scariosa

5.00 (2 reviews)
  • HOW TO GROW
  • FAST FACTS
  • REVIEWS

HOW TO GROW

Sowing: Direct sow seeds in late fall, pressing them into the surface of the soil. For spring planting, mix the 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 the seed in a cool, dry place.

FAST FACTS

Common Names: Devil's Bite, Eastern Blazing Star, Plains Blazing Star

Latin Name: Liatris scariosa

Species Origin: US Native Wildflower

Type: Native Wildflowers

Life Cycle: Perennial

USDA Zones: 4, 5, 6, 7, 8

US Regions: Midwest, Northeast, Southeast

Seeds per Ounce: 10,800

Stratification: Cold/Wet for 8 Weeks

Germination Ease: Stratify 8 Weeks

Sunlight: Full Sun, Part Sun

Height: 24 Inches

Color: Pink, Purple

Bloom Season: Blooms Late Summer, Blooms Early Fall

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

Northern Blazing Star Seeds 5.0
Review By Laurel

Great Customer Service

My order of seeds did not arrive, and Everwilde sent a replacement right away. The seeds look great, the storage packet they come in will be a big help as we will probably not plant them all right away (we have a smaller garden, so store seeds that we don't use for the next season's use). We are looking forward to growing these Northern Blazing Stars!

Northern Blazing Star Seeds 5.0
Review By Janice Swanson

Northern Blazing Star

I am involved in developing a Certified Monarch Waystation as well as Hennepin Technical College where I am a student in Greenhouse/Horticulture the camus just was notified that we are a Bee Campus USA.
These seeds will be used in both spots on campus.

Size Price Quantity
XL Mylar Packet (~50 Seeds) $3.75 -+
1/16 Oz Mylar (1.77g) $9.60 -+
1/4 Oz Mylar (7.09g) $22.40 -+
1 Oz Mylar (~10,800 Seeds) $64.00 Notify Me
1/4 Lb Bulk Bag (113g) $256.00 Notify Me
1 Lb Bulk Bag (454g) $960.00 Notify Me
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DESCRIPTION

This is a rather uncommon species of Liatris that is found in small wild populations throughout the eastern US. It is a shorter native variety that prefers dry soil and lots of sunshine. This species is slow-growing, but the butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds will flock to this plant once it starts blooming.
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 scariosa means "thin." This species is one of the many studied by the German botanist Carl Ludwig Willdenow, who laid the foundations for the scientific study of plant distribution.

HOW TO GROW

Sowing: Direct sow seeds in late fall, pressing them into the surface of the soil. For spring planting, mix the 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 the seed in a cool, dry place.

FAST FACTS

Common Names: Devil's Bite, Eastern Blazing Star, Plains Blazing Star

Latin Name: Liatris scariosa

Species Origin: US Native Wildflower

Type: Native Wildflowers

Life Cycle: Perennial

USDA Zones: 4, 5, 6, 7, 8

US Regions: Midwest, Northeast, Southeast

Seeds per Ounce: 10,800

Stratification: Cold/Wet for 8 Weeks

Germination Ease: Stratify 8 Weeks

Sunlight: Full Sun, Part Sun

Height: 24 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

5.00
Global Rating: 5.00 from 2 reviews
5.0

Review By Laurel

Great Customer Service

My order of seeds did not arrive, and Everwilde sent a replacement right away. The seeds look great, the storage packet they come in will be a big help as we will probably not plant them all right away (we have a smaller garden, so store seeds that we don't use for the next season's use). We are looking forward to growing these Northern Blazing Stars!

5.0

Review By Janice Swanson

Northern Blazing Star

I am involved in developing a Certified Monarch Waystation as well as Hennepin Technical College where I am a student in Greenhouse/Horticulture the camus just was notified that we are a Bee Campus USA.
These seeds will be used in both spots on campus.