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(Liatris scariosa var. nieuwlandii)
Nieuwland’s Blazing Star (Liatris scariosa var. nieuwlandii)
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Robb Hannawacker
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Photo by: Robb Hannawacker | License Type: Public Domain | License URL: http://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/ | Rights Holder: Robb Hannawacker | Publisher: iNaturalist | Date Created: 2017-08-22T23:05:09Z |
Estimated Native Range
Summary
Liatris scariosa var. nieuwlandii, commonly known as Nieuwland’s Blazing Star, is a deciduous perennial herb native to the tallgrass prairies and open woodlands of the Eastern United States. It typically reaches a height of 2-5 feet (0.6-1.5 meters) and a width of 1-2 feet (0.3-0.6 meters). This species features erect, spiky inflorescences with fluffy, deep pink to purple flowers that bloom from late summer to fall, offering a showy display that attracts butterflies and other pollinators.
Nieuwland’s Blazing Star is valued for its vertical accent and vibrant flowers in garden settings. It is often used in perennial borders, native plant gardens, and as a fresh cut flower. This plant thrives in full sun and prefers well-drained soils, tolerating drought once established. It is relatively low maintenance but can be susceptible to root rot in poorly drained soils. No popular garden cultivars are noted, but its natural form is widely appreciated. While generally disease-free, it can occasionally suffer from fungal issues in humid conditions. It is not known to be invasive and does not have aggressive roots, making it a safe choice for most garden settings.CC BY-SA 4.0
Nieuwland’s Blazing Star is valued for its vertical accent and vibrant flowers in garden settings. It is often used in perennial borders, native plant gardens, and as a fresh cut flower. This plant thrives in full sun and prefers well-drained soils, tolerating drought once established. It is relatively low maintenance but can be susceptible to root rot in poorly drained soils. No popular garden cultivars are noted, but its natural form is widely appreciated. While generally disease-free, it can occasionally suffer from fungal issues in humid conditions. It is not known to be invasive and does not have aggressive roots, making it a safe choice for most garden settings.CC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type: Herb
- Height: 2-5 feet
- Width: 1-2 feet
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Flower Color: Pink, Purple
- Flowering Season: Summer, Fall
- Leaf Retention: Deciduous
Growth Requirements
- Sun: Full Sun
- Water: Medium
- Drainage: Medium
Common Uses
Bee Garden, Bird Garden, Butterfly Garden, Deer Resistant, Hummingbird Garden, Low Maintenance, Showy Flowers
Natural Habitat
Tallgrass prairies and open woodlands
Other Names
Common Names: Savanna Blazing Star
Scientific Names: , Liatris scariosa var. nieuwlandii, Liatris novae-angliae var. nieuwlandii, Lacinaria scariosa var. nieuwlandii, Lacimaria scariosa var. nieuwlandii, Liatris ×nieuwlandii,
GBIF Accepted Name: Liatris scariosa var. nieuwlandii (Lunell) E.G.Voss