Liatris aspera (Button Blazing Star, Rough Blazing Star)

Button Blazing Star is a medium to tall prairie forb with distinctive flower spikes dotted with large buttons of clustered violet florets that bloom beginning in July. A favorite of bees, butterflies, and other pollinators, this blazing star favors dry sites and lean soils. It is very drought tolerant once established but may be consumed by rabbits and rodents particularly overwinters with tight food resources. Sun Exposure Prairie/Savanna Soil Conditions Mesic, Dry Mesic, Dry Height 3'-4' Flower Color Purple Flower Time July, August, September   Frequently Asked Questions Why Purchase From Natural Communities Native Plants? What Native Plants Should I Buy? What Can I Expect: Shipping/Free Local Pick Up? What Are Your Plant Sizes?    Why Plant Natives? First Photo By EPA Second Photo By Evan Barker