NATIVE PURPLE FLOWERING MEADOW GRASS
FEATURES:
- Spikes of lavender flowers bloom all summer long
- The clustering flowers begin to bloom on stem-tops, and as summer progresses will continue to bloom purple down the stem
- Sprays of bright green foliage grows like mini palm leaves
- Flowers attract butterflies and hummingbirds
- Add a pop of color in flower beds, patio containers, or meadow gardening
- May Benefit & Attract: Chickadees, finches, sparrows & juncos
- The National Audubon Society protects birds and the places they need, today and tomorrow.
- This bird-friendly native plant provides food and shelter for local and migrating birds and other wildlife
- All Audubon® branded trees and plants are grown 100% Neonic-free by Bower & Branch, making these plants safer for the birds and safer for the environment.
- Hand Selected, Fresh from the Grower
- Ships in a plant-safe designed box
Growth Facts
- Hardiness Zone: 3-9
- Mature Height: 2-5' tall
- Mature Width: 1-2' wide
- Exposure: Full Sun
- Spacing: 1-2' apart
NATIVE PURPLE FLOWERING MEADOW GRASS
FEATURES:
- Spikes of lavender flowers bloom all summer long
- The clustering flowers begin to bloom on stem-tops, and as summer progresses will continue to bloom purple down the stem
- Sprays of bright green foliage grows like mini palm leaves
- Flowers attract butterflies and hummingbirds
- Add a pop of color in flower beds, patio containers, or meadow gardening
- May Benefit & Attract: Chickadees, finches, sparrows & juncos
- The National Audubon Society protects birds and the places they need, today and tomorrow.
- This bird-friendly native plant provides food and shelter for local and migrating birds and other wildlife
- All Audubon® branded trees and plants are grown 100% Neonic-free by Bower & Branch, making these plants safer for the birds and safer for the environment.
- Hand Selected, Fresh from the Grower
- Ships in a plant-safe designed box
Growth Facts
- Hardiness Zone: 3-9
- Mature Height: 2-5' tall
- Mature Width: 1-2' wide
- Exposure: Full Sun
- Spacing: 1-2' apart
Why plant Audubon® Native Prairie Blazing Star?
You may have seen Blazing Star in a flower bouquet and didn’t know what it was. Well, this perky Spirit’s tall, slim, pinkish-lavender flower spikes look just as beautiful in your garden as they do in a bouquet! What’s more, in the garden they attract welcome wildlife. Prairie Blazing Star’s mid- to late summer flowers are downright addictive to monarch butterflies, and swallowtails, viceroys, painted ladies, buckeyes, and skippers will not pass them by, either. In the fall, chickadees, goldfinches, juncos, and sparrows will arrive. They’ll cling to the swaying, wand-like stems as they dig out the nutritious seeds.
Prairie Blazing Star was once a component of the majestic tallgrass prairie that covered vast portions of our country’s midsection. Its native range extends from Minnesota to Louisiana and encompasses most of the adjacent states along that corridor. In the wild, Prairie Blazing Star nourishes butterflies and songbirds, along with hummingbirds and many native bees. Another interesting insect that Blazing Star supports is the glorious flower moth; its caterpillars eat the flowers and developing seeds. This pretty little rose, tan, and cream moth is rarely seen today—it depends on us to keep its food source available to ensure its survival. Plant more Blazing Star!
How to use Audubon® Native Prairie Blazing Star in the landscape?
Prairie Blazing Star just has to be different. Have you ever noticed that nearly all plants open their flower clusters from the bottom to the top? (They do.) This plant opens its blossoms from the top to the bottom. Blazing Star makes an excellent cut flower, and because of its unique blooming habit, the top of the spike may be snipped off as the old flowers fade, keeping the bouquet looking fresh.
Audubon® Native Plants & Trees
Audubon is devoted to protecting birds and the places they need, while Bower & Branch is devoted to the growth of true native trees and plants–no cultivars or hybrids. Together, we strive to unite communities in conservation and inspire individuals to cultivate a better world for birds starting in their own backyards, balconies, or patios. By guiding and recommending trees and plants truly native and beneficial to your region, we can really start to make a difference.
What is the definition of Native?
“In the United States, a native plant is defined as one that was naturally found in a particular area before European colonization. Native plants are the foundation of a region’s biodiversity, providing essential food sources and shelter for birds, especially those threatened by the changing climate. Since native plants are adapted to local precipitation and soil conditions, they generally require less upkeep, therefore helping the environment and saving you time, water, and money.” – The National Audubon Society
Learn how you can help birds in your home and community through Audubon’s Plants for Birds program.
Audubon® is a licensed and registered trademark of the National Audubon Society. All rights reserved.
Planting Zones
Hardiness Zone: 3-9
How To Plant Audubon® Native Prairie Blazing Star
A native of the tallgrass prairie, Prairie Blazing Star is adapted to deep, rich soil that doesn’t get too dry in summer or too wet in winter. It will grow in clay if drainage is decent. Plant it in all-day sun, so the flower spikes grow nice and straight; in partial shade, they’ll twist and turn to reach the light. Prairie Blazing Star may take a little while to get going, but once it’s established, it grows vigorously. It handles high heat and humidity with ease, and it’s cold-hardy to northern Minnesota (-40ºF!).
How To Water
Water twice weekly for the first 3-5 weeks; then water weekly for the remainder of the year until winter. When you water, water slowly and thoroughly. Watering needs may be altered due to extreme weather conditions.
How To Fertilize
Incorporate Elements Starter Plant food granular form into the soil when planting. If planting in spring or summer start fertilizing late fall using Elements Starter Plant food granular form on an annual basis each late year. Continue this for three years to get your plant well established.
How To Prune
Each fall, just before winter sets in clean up the previous years foliage and compost it. Be sure your perennials are mulched well for winter protection. Two inches of an organic mulch will do the job. Consider leaving the plant debris in place through the winter and doing your clean up on the weather warms in the spring. While it doesn't make things neat and tidy, the debris provides overwintering protection for insects, their eggs and pupae including our native Viceroy butterfly.
How Does Shipping Work?
Bower & Branch Trees, the real BIG trees, don’t fit in a box! Our big trees, sizes XL and bigger, require expert delivery and care, that means our extra-large trees are shipped on Bower & Branch trucks. We are the only ones who know how to ship our big and bigger trees and plants with tender loving care. We deliver your trees and plants directly to you. Ask Bower & Branch about planting services – we'd be happy to assist in installation.
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Your trees and plants are grown across the United States at various Bower & Branch Growers. Depending on your location, your plant orders may be shipped from various locations. Please expect orders with multiple items to be delivered over a number of days as a result. Orders made up of numerous items or selections will not arrive at your home on the same day.
Shipping Delays:
From time to time, Bower & Branch Growers may determine to delay order shipment based on various factors for plant health. Weather in your region, as well as, where your plants are grown, is always considered when shipping. Extreme weather conditions may delay some or all of your order. Bower & Branch allows our Growers to make final shipping decisions based solely to benefit your trees and plants’ health and success.