Sharp Blazing Star
Liatris acidota
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
full sun
Water
low
Size
24"–36" H × 12"–36" W
Bloom
Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov
Native to
LA, TX
Pollinators
butterflies, bees, nectar insects
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Sharp Blazing Star produces tall spikes of purple flowers from summer through late fall, creating dramatic vertical accents in the landscape. This drought-tolerant native perennial forms clumps of narrow leaves and maintains a relatively compact footprint while providing extended seasonal color.
In an HOA neighborhood
Sharp Blazing Star is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 4 out of 5.
Works well in: front yard, foundation, street edge, mid zone.
Wildlife value
Excellent pollinator plant that attracts butterflies, bees, and other nectar-feeding insects throughout its long blooming period. The extended bloom time from June through November provides crucial late-season nectar when many other flowers have finished.
Common questions
- How much sun does Sharp Blazing Star need?
- Sharp Blazing Star grows best in full sun conditions.
- When does Sharp Blazing Star bloom?
- Sharp Blazing Star blooms in June, July, August, September, October, and November.
- Where is Sharp Blazing Star native?
- Sharp Blazing Star (Liatris acidota) is native to LA, TX, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.
- What pollinators does Sharp Blazing Star attract?
- Sharp Blazing Star draws butterflies, bees, and nectar insects.
- Is Sharp Blazing Star HOA-friendly?
- Sharp Blazing Star is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with low maintenance.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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