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Liatris spicata
Liatris spicata
Common Name: blazing star

We are pleased to increase the availability of Pennsylvania provenance populations of our native gayfeathers. Tallest of the genus with upright spikes bearing pinkish-purple tassels in July and August. One of the best garden performers! An excellent cut flower and a magnet for butterflies, bees, rare moths and hummingbirds. Deer resistant!

Height: 3-5 Feet
Spread: 2 Feet
USDA Hardiness Zone: 3-9

Perovskia atriplicifolia 'Blue Steel'
Perovskia atriplicifolia 'Blue Steel'
Common Name: Russian sage

A seed cultivar with upright silver stems covered in a mist of lavender-blue flowers. The perfect plant to intermingle textures in flower borders, it is tough as steel and adds cool color through the late summer. A favorite of butterflies and bumblebees, avoided by deer, and able to withstand the baking and sweltering temperatures of summerwhat’s not to like?

Height: 28-34 Inches
Spread: 36 Inches
USDA Hardiness Zone: 4-9