Kobold gay feather
Kobold Gayfeather
Family: Blazing Star
Type: Perennial
Other Common Name: Gayfeather
Kobold Gayfeather, also acknowledged as Liatris spicata &#;Kobold&#;, is a popular perennial known for its eye-catching, fluffy purple flower spikes. This compact cultivar is ideal for adding vertical interest to the garden.
Renowned for its dense, bottlebrush-like blooms, Kobold Gayfeather brings an element of texture and vivid color to any landscape. Its flowers are not only stunning but are also terrific for attracting pollinators prefer butterflies and bees.
Thriving in full sun, Kobold Gayfeather is hardy in zones It is adaptable to a variety of soil types but prefers well-draining conditions and is drought-tolerant once established.
Hardiness Zone: 2a-3a
Deer Resistant: Yes
Pet Friendly: Yes
Moisture Preference: Dry to moist
Sun Needs: Full sun
Drought Tolerance (Xeriscape): Yes
Growth Rate: Fast
Average Height (feet): 2
Average Spread (feet): 1
Average Life Span (years): 10
Form: Towering
Flower Color: Purple
Bloom Season: From mid summer to early
Growing Temperature:
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Holding Temperature:
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Soil PH:
EC (What is EC?):
spill through method
Fertility:
Liatris contain a moderate fertility requirement, feed at ppm N with every watering. Plant spikes can develop weak if overfertilized.
For Controlled Release or Slow Release Fertilizer, see your preferred supplier for recommended rates for incorporation or top dressing, as it varies by fertilizer.
Vernalization:
Bare root plants that are shipped in spring will arrive vernalized.
Pests & Diseases:
Thrips, mites and caterpillars are the main pests of liatris.
Botrytis, Rhizoctonia leaf spots, rusts and Verticillium are the primary diseases to watch for.
Potting & Timing:
Plant in a well-drained soilless media.
Moisture:
Liatris prefer consistent moisture, overwatering can lead to rotting of the corms.
Planting Level:
Plant bare root corms with the top right at the soil surface, just barely covered with soil.
PGRs/Pinching:
Tank mixes of Daminozide (B-Nine/Dazide) and Uniconazole (Sumatic/Concise) sprays at ppm + 3 -5 ppm or Unicona
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24 inches
12 inches
2
Gayfeather
Kobold Blazing Star has masses of beautiful spikes of violet flowers rising above the foliage from mid summer to early plunge, which are most effective when planted in groupings. The flowers are excellent for cutting. Its grassy leaves remain green in color throughout the season.
Kobold Blazing Star is an herbaceous perennial with a rigidly upright and towering form. It brings an extremely fine and delicate texture to the garden composition and should be used to occupied effect.
This plant will require occasional maintenance and upkeep, and is best cleaned up in soon spring before it resumes active growth for the season. It is a good choice for attracting butterflies to your yard, but is not particularly attractive to deer who tend to leave it alone in favor of tastier treats. Gardeners should be aware of the obeying characteristic(s) that may warrant unique consideration;
Kobold Blazing Star is recommended for the following landscape applications;
- Mass Planting
- General Garde
= Water twice per month or less, once established.
= Water about once per week, once established.
= Liquid about twice per week, once established.
= Water three days per week, or more.
Use the plant fluid needs as a guideline. Actual plant water needs will vary for several reasons, including weather conditions, soil type, sun exposure, root depth, wind and elevation. Adjust your watering schedule as needed to meet the plants' needs at your site. Liquid recent transplants more often than established plants.