Dense blazing Star Flowering
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Dense blazing Star

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  • Full Sun (At Least 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)
  • Mature Height 3 - 5 Feet
  • Mature Spread 18 - 24 Inches
  • Growing Zones 3 - 8

The Dense Blazing Star is easy to care for and makes a stunning addition to an outdoor space. Tiny, pinkish-purple, star-shaped flowers grow along tall stems or spikes. The feathery texture of the petals creates a unique look. The flowers bloom from summer until early fall. Also known as Liatris spicata, this plant has thin, green foliage that grows from the central stems.

The Dense Blazing Star hails from North America, making it a good choice for native gardens or gardeners who want a big impact without much work. Plant this Liatris along a foundation wall or near the back of a bed, so the tall stems don’t block smaller plants. Butterflies and bees frequent the flowers to eat the nectar, but deer tend to leave these plants alone. Grow Dense Blazing Star in USDA zones 3 through 8.

Dense Blazing Star Care

Full sun is a must for Dense Blazing Star to thrive. Plant it in acidic to neutral soil that drains well. Dense Blazing Star can live in soil with varying degrees of fertility, but rich soil will support rapid growth. This Liatris is not a heavy feeder, but plants grown in nutrient-poor soil will benefit from a dose of balanced fertilizer in the spring. Water it consistently during the spring; once growth appears, the plant will need approximately one inch of water per week.

Dense Blazing Star is an herbaceous perennial, which means this plant will put on height quickly. The flower spikes can become lanky, so stake the plant if the stems become floppy. Cut back growth in the fall or late winter.

Dense Blazing Star Spacing

The tall flower spikes of Dense Blazing Star reach 3 to 5 feet tall, and this beauty spreads 18 to 24 inches wide. Space this beauty 15 inches apart to create a dense mass planting.

Dense blazing Star Information

USDA Hardiness Zones: 3 - 8
Plant Type: Perennial
Light Exposure: Full Sun (At Least 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)
Mature Height: 3 - 5 Feet
Mature Spread: 18 - 24 Inches
Spacing: 18 - 24 Inches
Habit: Upright
Flower Color(s): Pink, Purple
Flower Description: Pinkish-Purple
Bloom Period: July And August
Foliage Type: Herbaceous
Foliage Color(s): Green
Foliage Description:
Seasonal Interest: Summer Flowering
Watering: Low
Resists: Disease, Pests & Insects
Tolerates: Heat, Drought
Attracts: Bees, Birds, Butterflies
Container Role:
Uses: Borders, Specimen or Focal Point
Features: Attracts Pollinators, Foliage Interest, Low Maintenance, Native to North America, Continuous Blooming or Rebloomer
Brand: American Beauties Native Plants
Common Name: Dense blazing Star
Other Name(s): Spike Gayfeather
Scientific Name: Liatris spicata

Container Sizes

Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.

4.5 Pot

4.5" Pot
 Also Know As:
   4.5" Container

 Plant Age:
   ~ 6 months
 Plant Size:
   ~ 3"-6"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
 Volume:
   1.42 quarts

Quart Pot

Quart Pot
 Also Know As:
   Quart

 Plant Age:
   ~ 1 year old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 4"-8"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
 Volume:
   1.50 quarts

2.5 Quart

2.5 Quart
 Also Know As:
   2.5 Quart Pot

 Plant Age:
   ~ 1.5 year old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 8"-12"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
 Volume:
   2.20-2.30 quarts

#1 Pot

#1 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #1 Container
    1 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 2 year old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 10"-14"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 7"H x 7.75"W
 Volume:
   2.26-3.73 quarts

#2 Pot

#2 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #2 Container
    2 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 2-3 year old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 12"-18"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
 Volume:
   1.19-1.76 gallons

#3 Pot

#3 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #3 Container
    3 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 3-4 year old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 12"-30"
 Pot Size:
   ~9.5"H x 11"W
 Volume:
   2.32-2.76 gallons


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The warranty is purchased on a per plant basis and must be purchased at the same time as the plant purchase. We will cover 100% of the price of the plant but the warranty does not cover shipping cost. Simply let us know if your plant has died within one year of receiving it and we’ll get you a new one shipped out. We may ask for photos for documentation purposes but again we’ll try to make it as easy as possible.

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Standard Colors: 2-3 business days

Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice

Please Note: On special orders there can not be any cancellations

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Time of Order:

Summer Shipping

  • If there is extreme heat we’ll delay shipping.  
    • We’ll have to review what areas the plants are traveling through along with your location


Once your plant is shipped you’ll receive an email with tracking information. Depending on the above criteria we’ll ship your plant(s) towards beginning of the following week from your order. We put together this helpful guide of what to do when you receive your plants in the mail.

It is important to know that all of our plants are clearly labeled for which growing zones the plant can survive in. The plants are thoroughly trialed and tested in every growing zone before we state the plant can grow in a zone. Again, our #1 priority is to ship the plants to you healthy and ready to thrive in your location. So we will do everything in our power to do so.