Pink-scale Blazing Star (Liatris Hesperelegans) is a perennial herb in the Asteraceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 7-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Liatris hesperelegans is a perennial flowering plant native to the southeastern United States, known for its striking pinkish-purple flower spikes and adaptation to dry savannas and woodlands.

Pink-scale Blazing Star

Pink-scale Blazing Star

Liatris Hesperelegans

Liatris hesperelegans is a perennial flowering plant native to the southeastern United States, known for its striking pinkish-purple flower spikes and adaptation to dry savannas and woodlands.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Low
Light
Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
7-9

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:specimen, pollinator attractor, groundcover

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Pink-scale Blazing Star

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Repot
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Pink-scale Blazing Star
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Taxonomy

Family:Asteraceae
Genus:Liatris