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Purple Gayfeather
Liatris spicata
Purple Gayfeather is a clump-forming perennial celebrated for its dense, bottlebrush-like spikes of vivid purple flowers that rise above narrow, grass-like foliage.
About Purple Gayfeather and growing it in Alberta
Blooming from mid to late summer, it provides a rich nectar source for bees, butterflies, and birds. Thriving in full sun and average, well-drained soils, it’s ideal for meadow gardens, naturalized areas, and mixed borders. Easy-going and hardy, it benefits from occasional division to maintain vigor and bloom quality.
Plant Specifications
- Zone: 3
- Height: 0.6 metres
- Spread: 0.2 metres
Features of Purple Gayfeather
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Full Sun
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Part Shade
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Moisture Tolerant
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Salt Tolerant
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Attracts Birds
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Attracts Pollinators
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Cut Flower
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Native Plant
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