Liatris scariosa - Large Blazing Star Seeds meadow The flowers open from the

The flowers open from the top down along a leafy flower spike 2 to 3 feet tall over several weeks

hummingbirds

Lupinus perennis is a more delicate perennial that thrives in dry

A true Northeast native species

Orange Sulphur Butterfly

Liatris scariosa - Large Blazing Star Seeds meadow The flowers open from theLiatris scariosa, known as Large Blazing Star, is a rare native perennial in New England, particularly in Connecticut where it is considered a species of special concern. This stunning plant prefers full sun and thrives in average, dry to medium soils, showing remarkable tolerance to drought, eroded areas. Large Blazing Star features rosy purple, fluffy, button shaped clusters of small flowers. The flowers open from the top down along a leafy flower