Blazing Star 'Kobold'
Blazing Star 'Kobold'
Liatris spicata ‘Kobold’
Liatris spicata ‘Kobold’
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- Compact Liatris with beautiful purple flower spikes.
- Delightful for butterflies and bees in summer.
- Low maintenance and drought-tolerant.
- Perfect in prairie and border plantings.
- Excellent as a cut flower for bouquets.
Liatris spicata ‘Kobold’ Kobold Blazing Star brings striking vertical color with compact, sturdy stems and dense purple flower spikes.
This cultivar delights with long-lasting blooms from mid to late summer, attracting butterflies and bees; a pollinator-friendly addition to any bed.
Its upright habit and resilient growth make it a versatile choice for borders and natural landscapes.
Care and Watering
Liatris spicata 'Kobold' thrives in full sun and well-drained soil. Water deeply after planting and then sparingly; allow the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Once established, it tolerates drought but appreciates moisture during hot summers.
Maintenance
Deadhead spent blooms to encourage longer flowering and tidy appearance; divide clumps every 3–4 years to maintain vigor and prevent thinning.
Location
Plant in an exposed border or meadow garden, with good air circulation. Avoid heavy, wet clay soils; ensure excellent drainage and sun for best blooms.
Tips
Mulch to conserve moisture, stake if needed, and combine with grasses or asters for contrast and fuller late-summer display.
The Liatris spicata ‘Kobold’ or Lampepoetser is a striking ornamental plant with purple-white, upright plumes that add depth and structure to borders. Perfect for those seeking a graphic flower form that invites butterflies and bees and adds color accents in prairie-like plantings.
As a summer bloomer and perennial, Kobold yields elegant cut flowers and a high-contrast effect between ornamental grasses and low perennials.
| Flowering months | |
|---|---|
| Density per m2 | 9 to 12 |
| Standing | Part shade, Full sun |
| Properties | Winter hardy., Cut flower., Deciduous. |
| Flower color | Purple |
| Leaf color | Green |
Delivery costs
| BE € 4,95 | NL € 5,95 |
| DE € 6,95 | FR € 9,95 |
| AT € 14,95 | DK € 16,95 |
| IT € 16,95 | ES € 19,95 |
| SK € 19,95 | CZ € 19,95 |
| SE € 20,95 | IE € 20,95 |
| LU € 20,95 |
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