Gayfeather, Spiked

Perennial, Liatris spicata, Violet / lavender to rosy purple flower heads. Showy spikes of clustered tiny purple flowers. Unlike most spiked flowers, gay-feather blossoms begin opening from the top of the spike. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds. Great addition to any garden. Hardy perennial, and easy to grow. Medicinal use: The bitter tasting decoction of the tuberous root is used topically for sore throats, and internally as a diuretic to cleanse the lymph and move metabolic wastes. Contains coumarin which enhances the circulation and increases anti-coagulant activity. Tolerates poor soils and drought. Sow in spring. Full sun. Sow seeds at 1/8" deep. Germination time: 20 - 45 days.
Height: 24-48"     Zones: 3-10
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