Product Overview
Gayfeather (Liatris Spicata) Seeds are the common varieties of Liatris that most home gardeners use in their garden. They can reach heights of 1-5 feet tall when they mature. The flower grows in a stalk-like formation, with a small purple flower at the top of the spikes. The flower will first blossom at the top, but as it matures, continue down and cover the whole thing. When planting the Gayfeather from seed, it is important to note that you won't have any flowers until two years after planting. When deciding where to plant the Gayfeather seeds, ensure the desired position is well-drained and preferably has access to full sunlight. In order to help the quality of the soil and to help drainage, add compost into the bed until the level has increased 1-3 inches. Sow the seeds outside 8 weeks prior to the first anticipated frost date in the area.
When placing the seeds into the soil, ensure that they are 10-12 inches apart, and cover them lightly with a quarter inch (1/4) of soil. It's important to keep the soil moist and add wood chips or straw as a type of organic mulch for nutrients. This allows the soil temperature and moisture to be maintained and also helps to control weeds. Continue watering regularly until the spring and summer of the first year where you will need to fertilize, and repeat the process in the second year after the Gayfeather (Liatris Spicata) stops blooming.