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Liatris spicata

Honeybees visit Liatris spicata primarily for its abundant nectar during late summer, providing a valuable food source when other blooms wane. Peak bloom occurs from July to September, supporting foraging during a critical period. This long-lived perennial is deer-resistant and thrives in moist meadows without needing staking, though it prefers full sun for optimal flowering.

Nectarhigh
Pollenmedium
BloomJuly–September
USDA zones3-9
TypePerennial
Sunfull
NativeEastern North America
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