Description
Liatris spicata ‘Goblin’ – Blazing Star
Add a splash of colour and vertical interest to your garden with Liatris spicata ‘Goblin’, commonly known as Blazing Star. This striking perennial produces tall spikes covered in fluffy, vibrant purple flowers, creating a wonderful architectural feature in borders and flower beds.
The unusual flower spikes open from the top down, attracting bees, butterflies and other pollinators to the garden. Its upright growth habit makes it particularly useful for adding height and texture, while the flowers are also excellent for cutting and bringing indoors.
Plant Liatris ‘Goblin’ in full sun in well-drained soil and allow it to establish. Once established, it is a hardy and rewarding perennial that returns year after year, bringing a spectacular display of purple flowers to the summer garden.
Common Name: Blazing Star, Gayfeather
Botanical Name: Liatris spicata ‘Goblin’
Type: Perennial
Flower Colour: Purple
Position: Full sun
Water: Moderate; allow soil to dry slightly between watering
Uses: Flower borders, cottage gardens, pollinator gardens, cut flowers and containers
Pollinator Friendly: Yes
