{"product_id":"a-liatris-a-epis","title":"Liatris with spikes","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"23\" data-end=\"634\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"23\" data-end=\"65\"\u003eDense Blazing Star (\u003cem data-start=\"45\" data-end=\"62\"\u003eLiatris spicata\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/strong\u003e is a spectacular perennial known for its tall violet-purple flower spikes that bring height, elegance, and color to the garden throughout summer. Its distinctive vertical form contrasts beautifully with the rounded shapes of Purple Coneflower, Black-eyed Susan, and other prairie perennials. Highly attractive to bees, butterflies, and many other pollinators, it is an essential plant for biodiversity-focused gardens. Its long bloom period and architectural habit also make it an excellent choice for perennial borders, wildflower meadows, and naturalistic plantings.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"636\" data-end=\"1147\"\u003eEasy to grow, Dense Blazing Star thrives in full sun and light, sandy to loamy, well-drained soil. Once established, it shows good drought tolerance thanks to its deep root system, making it a durable and low-maintenance perennial. Its fine, graceful foliage remains attractive throughout the season, while its flower spikes open in a unique pattern from top to bottom, extending the ornamental display. Hardy and reliable, this perennial returns faithfully year after year with increasingly generous flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1149\" data-end=\"1669\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eBeyond its ornamental value, Dense Blazing Star plays an important ecological role by providing nectar and pollen during the height of pollinator activity. Its flowers continuously attract butterflies and bees, helping enrich garden biodiversity. They are also highly valued for fresh and dried bouquets because of their excellent vase life. Paired with Wild Bergamot, Blue Vervain, Black-eyed Susan, and Purple Coneflower, \u003cem data-start=\"1573\" data-end=\"1590\"\u003eLiatris spicata\u003c\/em\u003e creates prairie-inspired plantings rich in color, texture, and wildlife value.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Akène","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53249595670688,"sku":"AKE-SEMGR1","price":4.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0655\/3878\/5440\/files\/Liatrisaepis.png?v=1770826551","url":"https:\/\/www.pepiniere.ca\/en\/products\/a-liatris-a-epis","provider":"Pépinière.ca","version":"1.0","type":"link"}