Thickspike Gayfeather Seeds (Liatris pycnostachya) Tall, spiky blooms loved by pollinators. A hardy native perennial for meadows, cut flower beds, and sunny borders

Minimum: 50+ Seeds

Tall Spikes of Lavender-Purple Blooms for Meadows, Borders & Bouquets

Bring vertical drama and ecological value to your garden with Thickspike Gayfeather, a tough native perennial with tall, feathery flower spikes that bloom from the top down in vibrant lavender-purple. Also known as Prairie Blazing Star, this wildflower is a pollinator powerhouse, attracting monarchs, bees, and butterflies in droves.

Native to the central U.S., Liatris pycnostachya is drought-tolerant, low-maintenance, and ideal for sunny meadows, naturalized borders, prairie gardens, and cut flower beds. Its upright form and late-summer bloom time make it a standout in any native plant collection.

🌿 Why Grow Thickspike Gayfeather?

• 💐 Striking Vertical Blooms – Adds height, color, and movement

• 🦋 Loved by Pollinators – Especially monarchs and native bees

• 🌾 Drought Tolerant & Hardy – Thrives in hot, dry conditions

• ✂️ Excellent Cut Flower – Long vase life with unique texture

• 🌱 Native Plant – Supports local ecosystems and biodiversity

🌼 Best Uses:

• Native wildflower and prairie gardens

• Butterfly, bee, and pollinator habitats

• Cut flower beds and floral arrangements

• Sunny borders and xeriscape landscaping

• Meadow restorations and low-maintenance spaces

📊 Planting & Growing Info:

• Botanical Name: Liatris pycnostachya

• Type: Perennial wildflower

• Native Range: Central U.S. prairies

• Sunlight: Full sun

• Height: 3–5 feet

• Spacing: 12–18 inches

• Soil: Well-drained; tolerates clay, loam, or sandy soils

• Bloom Time: Midsummer to fall

• Zones: USDA 3–9

• Water: Low once established

🧠 Pro Tips:

• Cold stratify seeds for best germination

• Looks great massed in drifts or mixed with native grasses

• Pair with echinacea, rudbeckia, or milkweed for a pollinator buffet

• Deadhead to extend bloom time or leave seed heads for birds

• Deep roots help stabilize soil and resist drought

🌸 Bold, Beautiful, and Beneficial

Whether you're building a wildflower meadow or just want to boost pollinator traffic in your yard, Thickspike Gayfeather delivers both show-stopping color and ecological function. Plant once, and enjoy season after season of stunning blooms and buzzing life.