Liatris - Florist Strain Violet

Liatris Seeds – Florist Strain Violet ~50 Seeds

Liatris spicata

Bring a touch of elegance and vertical drama to your garden with Liatris – Florist Strain Violet. Known for its tall, spiky blooms of vibrant violet-purple, this perennial favourite is beloved by gardeners and florists alike.

The unique flower spikes open from the top down, adding both texture and intrigue to beds, borders, and fresh arrangements. Not only stunning in the garden, Liatris is also long-lasting in vases and an excellent choice for drying.

Bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds flock to its nectar-rich blooms, making it as beneficial as it is beautiful. Hardy and low-maintenance, this native perennial thrives in sunny spots and is tolerant of a wide range of soils, even handling drought with ease once established.

• Attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds
• Suitable for cut flowers (bouquets)
• Suitable for drying
• Deer resistant
• Drought tolerant
• Perennial, open pollinated

Plant Details:

• Botanical Name: Liatris spicata

• Life Cycle: Perennial

• Colour: Violet-purple

• Light Requirements: Full sun

• Height: 24–36 inches (60–90 cm)

• Days to Maturity: 90–110 days from transplant. May not bloom year 1. 

• Hardiness Zone: 3–9

• Germination: 20–45 days at 65–70°F (18–21°C)

Growing Instructions:
Sow seeds indoors (preferred) 8–10 weeks before the last frost date or direct sow in late fall for natural stratification. Seeds benefit from a 30-day period of cold stratification if starting indoors to improve germination. Press seeds lightly into the soil surface, as they need light to germinate. Use a heat mat set to 65–70°F (18–21°C) for more consistent results. Keep moist until seedlings establish. Transplant outdoors after danger of frost has passed, spacing plants 12–15 inches (30–38 cm) apart in full sun. Water regularly during the first growing season; once established, Liatris tolerates dry conditions.

Outdoor seeding not recommended but can be tried anytime in late fall - winter, allowing 30 days of cold stratification outdoors before the weather warms up.  

FAQ
Q: Will Liatris bloom the first year from seed?
A: With an early indoor start, Liatris may flower lightly in its first season, but it typically blooms more reliably from the second year onward.

Q: Does Liatris spread in the garden?
A: Yes, over time Liatris forms clumps that gradually spread, making it excellent for naturalizing and long-term garden beauty.