About

An ornamental grass, reaching 30-150cm, with arching foliage forming an attractive clump. It produces feathery flower heads in white. 'Snow Queen' is valued in garden settings.

About the genus

Liatris are herbaceous perennials with narrow, grass-like foliage and erect, bottlebrush-like spikes of flowers which open from the top down

Plant details

Suggested usesBorders, prairie planting, gravel gardens

Care notes

CultivationWell-drained soil in full sun
PruningCut back in late winter
PropagationDivide in spring
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceRust in humid conditions