The Liatris 'Kobold Blue', Liatris spicata, has tall, lilac-rose spike-shaped flowers with a fluffy appearance and dark green foliage. The flowers open from the top down and bloom from June to September. Liatris 'Kobold Blue' has a plant height of 2' and a spread of 12-18'. Liatris 'Kobold Blue' should be planted in full sun in a well-drained area. It does prefer a bit more moisture than most Liatris, but do not over water. Liatris 'Kobold Blue' looks great as a perennial background, with grasses or white blooming flowers such as Physostegia 'Miss Manners'. It is a major butterfly and bee attractor.

• Mature Height: 10 - 12 inches


• Mature Spread: 10 - 12 inches


• Soil Type: Widely Adaptable


• Moisture: Widely Adaptable


• Mature Form: Upright


• Growth Rate: Moderate


• Sun Exposure: Full Sun - Partial Sun


• Flower Color: Purple


• Foliage Color: Green


• Zones: 3-11