Liatris 'Kobold Original' Blazing Star
Zone: 3 to 8
18" h x 12" w
Bloom Time: July to August
Exposure: Full sun
Water: Medium
The most reliably compact variety of Liatris spicata, as 'Kobold' may vary in height up to 24". Easily grown in average, medium, well-drained soils in full sun. Somewhat tolerant of poor soils, but prefers moist, fertile ones and generally performs better in moist soils than most other species of Liatris. Intolerant of wet soils in winter. Tolerant of summer heat and humidity.
No serious insect or disease problems.
- Missouri Botanical Garden