Gayfeather

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     Liatris spicata-- Gayfeather. is widely grown as a commercial cut flower. Plants form a low clump of grassy looking leaves, bearing tall spikes of bright magenta-purple flowers beginning in midsummer.  Drought tolerant. Attractive to butterflies. Clumps may be easily divided every 3 to 4 years in the spring. Plants may need to be staked since stalks can reach 4 ft. in height.