Kobold Gayfeather
Kobold blazing star is a perennial flower that has long-lasting spikes of pinkish-purple flowers in late summer. It is known for its strong stems that hold the flower spikes. Several upright stalks arise from the central crown. The leaves are a compact mound of narrow, blade-like green leaves.
Kobold blazing star is a great choice for adding late-season color to Colorado Springs landscapes.
Kobold Gayfeather
Kobold blazing star is a perennial flower that has long-lasting spikes of pinkish-purple flowers in late summer. It is known for its strong stems that hold the flower spikes. Several upright stalks arise from the central crown. The leaves are a compact mound of narrow, blade-like green leaves.
Kobold blazing star is a great choice for adding late-season color to Colorado Springs landscapes.
Plant details
Botanic Name
Liatris spicata 'Kobold'
Pronunciation
ly-AT-riss spi-KAH-tuh
Mature Height
18 to 24 in.
Mature Spread
12 to 18 in.
Water usage
One Droplet: Water twice per month or less, once established.
Two Droplets: Water about once per week, once established.
Three Droplets: Water about twice per week, once established.
Flower Color
purple
Bloom time
July through August
Colorado Native
No
Natural Habitat
eastern and southeastern United States
Light Requirements
sun
Cold Hardiness
USDA zones 3-9
Elevation Limit
hardy to 8,500 ft.
Performance
Kobold gayfeather has been an attractive perennial flower at the Xeriscape Demonstration Garden. Its showy flowers bloom for a long period. It is also very resilient to Colorado Springs weather.
Maintenance
Cut down the old leaves in early spring before new growth starts. The flower spikes may be cut to the lower set of leaves when the blooms are finished flowering, if desired.