Meadow Blazing Star Seeds
- HOW TO GROW
- FAST FACTS
- REVIEWS
HOW TO GROW
Sowing: Direct sow Meadow Blazing Star seeds in late fall, pressing them into the surface of the soil. For spring planting, mix the Liatris Ligulistylis seeds with moist sand and store in the refrigerator for 60 days before planting; keep the soil lightly moist until germination, which usually occurs within 3-4 weeks at temperatures of 65-70 degrees F. This seed can also be started indoors 6-8 weeks before planting in the spring.
Growing: Young plants will need to be watered as they develop; because of the development of their extensive root systems, blooming usually does not occur until the second year of growth. Mature plants tolerate drought well, though they also flourish in moist soil. After three or four years, the plants may need to be divided for the best growth. This should be done after blooming, when the plant has gone dormant. These plants attract bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds.
Harvesting: These blooms make excellent cut flowers. Choose stalks with about one third of the flowers open, and place them in water immediately; strip the foliage that will fall below the surface of the water. For dried flowers, hang the spikes upside down in a dry, warm place for about three weeks.
Seed Saving: When the flowers fade, they will eventually develop into a fluffy seed head. Since small birds love to eat the seed, harvest promptly to avoid loss. Cut the stems as soon as the fluff darkens slightly and can be removed. Spread the stalks out to dry away from direct sunlight. When they have completely dried, strip the fluff from the stems and clean it as well as possible. Store Meadow Blazing Star seeds in a cool, dry place.
FAST FACTS
Common Names: Round-headed Blazing Star, Meadow Blazing Star, Rocky Mountain Blazing Star, Showy Blazing-Star
Latin Name: Liatris ligulistylis
Species Origin: US Native Wildflower
Type: Native Wildflowers
Life Cycle: Perennial
USDA Zones: 3, 4, 5, 6
US Regions: Mountain, Plains/Texas, Midwest
Seeds per Ounce: 23,000
Stratification: Cold/Wet for 8 Weeks
Germination Ease: Stratify 8 Weeks
Sunlight: Full Sun, Part Sun
Height: 60 Inches
Color: Pink, Purple
Bloom Season: Blooms Late Summer, Blooms Early Fall
Uses: Attracts Pollinators, Attracts Honeybees, Attracts Butterflies, Hummingbirds, Cut Flowers, Deer Resistant
Excellent
This was my first time ordering from this company. I was not prepared for how beautiful the seed packs are. I may never open them because they're so gorgeous. Shipping was fast and everything arrived well packaged. Will definitely order again.
Quality Seeds
Quality seeds with high germination rate. My go to place for seeds.
No grow
My Blazing Star seeds did not germinate. Had them protected area so I could water when needed. Have not seen any. Been in ground 3 plus weeks. Rhe indian grass did grow.
Hello, These seeds first need to be stratified for 2 months before planting. If you followed the instructions on the packet and haven't had any results, reach out to customer support and we will ship you a new packet so you can try again!
Easy to germinate
The seeds have grown well in a temperate climate setting. MD/VA
Staged growth from small planters to larger ones, for root development. Transplants easily.
Fast shipment
I'm to grow these plants. Hope the seeds will germinate for me.
DESCRIPTION
HOW TO GROW
Sowing: Direct sow Meadow Blazing Star seeds in late fall, pressing them into the surface of the soil. For spring planting, mix the Liatris Ligulistylis seeds with moist sand and store in the refrigerator for 60 days before planting; keep the soil lightly moist until germination, which usually occurs within 3-4 weeks at temperatures of 65-70 degrees F. This seed can also be started indoors 6-8 weeks before planting in the spring.
Growing: Young plants will need to be watered as they develop; because of the development of their extensive root systems, blooming usually does not occur until the second year of growth. Mature plants tolerate drought well, though they also flourish in moist soil. After three or four years, the plants may need to be divided for the best growth. This should be done after blooming, when the plant has gone dormant. These plants attract bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds.
Harvesting: These blooms make excellent cut flowers. Choose stalks with about one third of the flowers open, and place them in water immediately; strip the foliage that will fall below the surface of the water. For dried flowers, hang the spikes upside down in a dry, warm place for about three weeks.
Seed Saving: When the flowers fade, they will eventually develop into a fluffy seed head. Since small birds love to eat the seed, harvest promptly to avoid loss. Cut the stems as soon as the fluff darkens slightly and can be removed. Spread the stalks out to dry away from direct sunlight. When they have completely dried, strip the fluff from the stems and clean it as well as possible. Store Meadow Blazing Star seeds in a cool, dry place.
FAST FACTS
Common Names: Round-headed Blazing Star, Meadow Blazing Star, Rocky Mountain Blazing Star, Showy Blazing-Star
Latin Name: Liatris ligulistylis
Species Origin: US Native Wildflower
Type: Native Wildflowers
Life Cycle: Perennial
USDA Zones: 3, 4, 5, 6
US Regions: Mountain, Plains/Texas, Midwest
Seeds per Ounce: 23,000
Stratification: Cold/Wet for 8 Weeks
Germination Ease: Stratify 8 Weeks
Sunlight: Full Sun, Part Sun
Height: 60 Inches
Color: Pink, Purple
Bloom Season: Blooms Late Summer, Blooms Early Fall
Uses: Attracts Pollinators, Attracts Honeybees, Attracts Butterflies, Hummingbirds, Cut Flowers, Deer Resistant
Reviews
Review
Excellent
This was my first time ordering from this company. I was not prepared for how beautiful the seed packs are. I may never open them because they're so gorgeous. Shipping was fast and everything arrived well packaged. Will definitely order again.
Review
Quality Seeds
Quality seeds with high germination rate. My go to place for seeds.
Review
No grow
My Blazing Star seeds did not germinate. Had them protected area so I could water when needed. Have not seen any. Been in ground 3 plus weeks. Rhe indian grass did grow.
Hello, These seeds first need to be stratified for 2 months before planting. If you followed the instructions on the packet and haven't had any results, reach out to customer support and we will ship you a new packet so you can try again!
Review
Easy to germinate
The seeds have grown well in a temperate climate setting. MD/VA
Staged growth from small planters to larger ones, for root development. Transplants easily.
Review
Fast shipment
I'm to grow these plants. Hope the seeds will germinate for me.