Perennials: Liatris, 0 by tabasco

tabasco wrote:

Here's a little more detail about the wildflower liatrises http://www.newfs.org/seeds/seedcat05-16.htm that gives some good detail.

And a pic of one of my late bloomers which I thought was a 'punctata', but now I'm not so sure! The monarchs really liked this one.

I think liatris are great for the mixed border and easy to grow companion plants for daylilies, for instance, but I think I must be in the minority, since I rarely see them growing in gardens, at least around here.

I am looking for the 'Violette' to add to my little collection next spring. And I think the hybridizers are working on liatris, and before too long there should be some other great hybrids available, too.