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Name: Gayfeather
Type: Liatris punctata
Location: Purple
Bloom Time: Mid Summer-Late Summer
Height: 36 in.
Spread: 24 in.
Care:
Care: Blazing Star prefers slightly moist to dry conditions. In moist soils, it grows more quickly and blooms more prolifically. However, once established it tolerates drought conditions, along with poor soil. Fertilize Blazing Star in the spring if growth is slow. In rich soils, it may not need any fertilizer at all. Fertilize it with an all-purpose fertilizer, according to package directions.
Disease: Blazing Star is generally trouble-free, but it does have a few potential pests. In hot, humid conditions, you may notice leaf spot or rust. Leaf spot, as the name implies, causes blackened, brown or yellow spots on the leaves. Rust causes orange or red spots, which spread. Another common problem is powdery mildew, which causes a white film to form on the leaves.
Propagation: Foliage and stems can be cleaned up any time after dying and turning shades of bronze, brown, and orange. But they add a nice touch to the fall and winter garden and can be left in place until spring cleanup.In early spring, remove any vegetative debris and side dress established clumps by working in organic matter such as mature compost, humus, or manure.