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Kobold Gayfeather
Liatris spicata 'Kobold'
Pronunciation: ly-AT-riss spi-KAH-tuh
SKU #05788
LIGHT:
Full sun
WATER:
Water when top 2 inches of soil is dry.
SIZE:
Moderate growing; reaches 2 ft. tall, 1 ft. wide.
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| Description | This more compact cultivar forms low grassy clumps which produce recurring spikes of showy pink blossoms. Naturally adapted to meadow gardens, but equally at home in sunny beds and borders. A long-lasting flower, excellent for cut flower arrangements. An herbaceous perennial. |
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| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Waterwise, Compact Form |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Growth Habit | Clumping |
| Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, Showy Flowers |
| Landscape Use | Border |
| Flower Color | Pink |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Blanket Flower (Gaillardia); Black-Eyed Susan (Rudbeckia); Bellflower (Campanula); Yarrow (Achillea); Avens (Geum) |
| Care Instructions | Easily grown in fertile, well-drained soil. Water deeply, regularly during first few growing seasons to establish an extensive root system. Once established, reduce frequency; prefers regular moisture but tolerates mild drought. Remove old foliage before new leaves emerge. Divide every 2 to 3 years in early spring. |
| Lore | Cultivated by seed. |
Details
| Description | This more compact cultivar forms low grassy clumps which produce recurring spikes of showy pink blossoms. Naturally adapted to meadow gardens, but equally at home in sunny beds and borders. A long-lasting flower, excellent for cut flower arrangements. An herbaceous perennial. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Waterwise, Compact Form |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Growth Habit | Clumping |
| Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, Showy Flowers |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border |
|---|---|
| Flower Color | Pink |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Blanket Flower (Gaillardia); Black-Eyed Susan (Rudbeckia); Bellflower (Campanula); Yarrow (Achillea); Avens (Geum) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Easily grown in fertile, well-drained soil. Water deeply, regularly during first few growing seasons to establish an extensive root system. Once established, reduce frequency; prefers regular moisture but tolerates mild drought. Remove old foliage before new leaves emerge. Divide every 2 to 3 years in early spring. |
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History
| Lore | Cultivated by seed. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Kobold Gayfeather produce flowers?
Summer
Is Kobold Gayfeather evergreen or deciduous?
Kobold Gayfeather is Herbaceous.
What are the special features of Kobold Gayfeather?
Kobold Gayfeather is Waterwise, Compact Form.
Is Kobold Gayfeather resistant to pests or animals?
Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant
How fast does Kobold Gayfeather grow?
Kobold Gayfeather has a Moderate growth rate.
What is the growth habit of Kobold Gayfeather?
Kobold Gayfeather grows in an Clumping habit.
Where can I use Kobold Gayfeather in my landscape?
Kobold Gayfeather is suitable for: Border.
What color are Kobold Gayfeather flowers?
Kobold Gayfeather produces Pink flowers.
What color is the foliage of Kobold Gayfeather?
Kobold Gayfeather has Green foliage.
What plants grow well with Kobold Gayfeather?
Good companion plants for Kobold Gayfeather include: Blanket Flower (Gaillardia); Black-Eyed Susan (Rudbeckia); Bellflower (Campanula); Yarrow (Achillea); Avens (Geum).
How do I care for Kobold Gayfeather?
Easily grown in fertile, well-drained soil. Water deeply, regularly during first few growing seasons to establish an extensive root system. Once established, reduce frequency; prefers regular moisture but tolerates mild drought. Remove old foliage before new leaves emerge. Divide every 2 to 3 years in early spring.
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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.
We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.