Liatris aspera
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An herbaceous perennial with rough stems to a height of 2m with a strong growing, drought tolerant rosette of hairy green leaves. The stems carry small, narrow leaves and towards the tops, spikes of blooms up to 45cm long, made up of clusters of small purple flowers. Flowers in summer
Scientific classification
- Species
- Liatris aspera (Liatris aspera)
- Genus
- Liatris
- Family
- Asteraceae
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- Toxicity
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Plant type
- 1.5-2.5 metres
- Height
- 0.5-1 metres
- Spread
- Deciduous
- Foliage
- Columnar upright · Clump forming
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn
- Season of interest
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of Liatris aspera
Distribution map
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of Liatris aspera
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Liatris aspera care guide
- Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
- Watering
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Fertilizing
FertilizingBalanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer
Pruning
PruningCut back at the end of the season to ground level
Propagation
PropagationPropagate from seed in autumn or by division in early spring
Growing
GrowingGrows in well-drained soil in full sun. May need staking in windier positions. Dislikes winter wet. See staking perennials
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
May be susceptible to a rust and a leaf spot
Pests
Generally pest-free
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