Florida Blazing-star
Asteraceae (Compositae)
This wonderful endangered, endemic Florida scrub resident is drought tolerant, and only found on the Lake Wales Ridge and Highlands County! Foliage is fleshy, narrow leaved, stems hairy, allowing it to withstand long periods of hot drought. Beautiful tall spires of purple flowers bring the pollinators en masse. Will self seed. 4" pots, shipped in careful wrapping. Local pickup is available too!
Plant Specifics
Size: 2.5 ft tall by 1 ft wide
Life Span: Perennial
Flower Color: Purple
Fruit Color: White
Habitats: Rosemary scrub on edges of scrub oaks, white sugar sand.
Landscaping Recommended Uses: Wildflower garden.
Light: Full Sun
Water: Occasionally wet to very dry