{"product_id":"liatris-microcephala","title":"Liatris microcephala","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"plant-info\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"blurb1\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLiatris microcephala\u003c\/strong\u003e, also known as smallhead blazing star, is a compact and drought tolerant perennial with fine, grass like foliage and vivid purple pink flower spikes. Great choice for adding vertical interest and attracting pollinators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight \u0026amp; Spread\u003c\/strong\u003e: 12 - 18 in x 12 - 18 in\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time\u003c\/strong\u003e: Mid to late summer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight Requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e: Full sun\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Preference\u003c\/strong\u003e: Prefers dry, well drained, sandy or rocky soils\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering Needs\u003c\/strong\u003e: Low; highly drought tolerant once established\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e: High\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNative Status\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"native-status\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNative to the southeastern United States, particularly the Appalachian and Piedmont regions, where it thrives in rocky outcrops and dry slopes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWildlife \u0026amp; Insects\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"wildlife-insects\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eButterflies\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttracts Monarchs, Painted Ladies, and Eastern Tiger Swallowtails with its nectar rich upright blooms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBees\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVisited by native bumblebees and long tongued bees that forage for nectar along the flower spikes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial Insects\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports predatory wasps and other pollinators that contribute to ecological balance in meadow plantings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpacing \u0026amp; Landscape Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"spacing-landscape\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing Recommendations\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpace 12 - 18 in apart to allow airflow and maintain clump form while showcasing vertical flowers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLandscape Placement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for rock gardens, dry borders, native prairie plantings, or naturalized slopes where drought tolerance and pollinator support are key.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompanion Plants\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"companion-plants\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEchinacea purpurea (Purple Coneflower)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Bold purple flowers and sturdy stems match the resilience and seasonality of Liatris.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSchizachyrium scoparium (Little Bluestem)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Fine textured grass complements Liatris foliage and supports biodiversity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoreopsis lanceolata (Lanceleaf Coreopsis)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Sunny yellow blooms contrast beautifully with purple spikes and thrive in dry soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGaillardia pulchella (Blanket Flower)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Spreading habit and warm tones offer a cheerful base in dry landscapes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAsclepias tuberosa (Butterfly Weed)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Orange blooms and similar habitat needs create a pollinator haven with visual contrast.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Cicconi Farms","offers":[{"title":"1 Gallon","offer_id":46330155597985,"sku":"LIATRIS MICROCEPHALA","price":11.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0359\/3329\/0634\/products\/liatrismic.jpg?v=1585835634","url":"https:\/\/cicconi-farms.myshopify.com\/products\/liatris-microcephala","provider":"Cicconi Farms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}