Get ready to add some stunning purple blooms to your garden with Liatris spicata, also known as the dense blazing star or prairie gay feather. This herbaceous perennial plant is native to eastern North America and grows best in moist prairies and sedge meadows. It's an excellent choice for attracting birds and butterflies to your garden, adding a touch of natural beauty. The plant blooms from July to August and has compact spikes of purple flowers, making it an ideal addition to any garden. What's more, this form of Liatris spicata doesn't require staking and is perfect for those who prefer low maintenance gardening. And if that wasn't enough, it's also said to be efficacious in treating sore throats, gonorrhoea, and kidney diseases. So, if you want to add a gorgeous and useful plant to your collection, consider Liatris spicata today!