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Rough Blazing Star

Liatris aspera, Asteraceae

Zones
3–8
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

Pollinator Attractor

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)

Water

Low

Soil pH

5.5 – 7

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

ZucchiniCucurbita pepo
Beneficial Insect HabitatPollinator Sharing
Stiff GoldenrodSolidago rigida
Pollinator SharingWind Protection

Antagonistic Plants

GoldenrodSolidago canadensis

Canada goldenrod's allelopathic compounds can suppress rough blazing star establishment

Uses

Functions

Pollinator Support

Common Questions

What zones does Rough Blazing Star grow in?

Rough Blazing Star grows in USDA hardiness zones 3 through 8.

What are good companion plants for Rough Blazing Star?

Good companions for Rough Blazing Star include Zucchini, Stiff Goldenrod.

Design guilds with Rough Blazing Star and see companion relationships visually.

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