Appalachian Blazing Star (Squarrulosa)

The Appalachian Blazing Star (Squarrulosa) is generally described as a perennial forb/herb. This is native to the U.S. (United States) has its most active growth period in the summer and fall . The Appalachian Blazing Star (Squarrulosa) has green foliage and inconspicuous purple flowers, with a smattering of conspicuous brown fruits or seeds. The greatest bloom is usually observed in the late summer, with fruit and seed production starting in the summer and continuing until fall. Leaves are not retained year to year. The Appalachian Blazing Star (Squarrulosa) has a moderate life span relative to most other plant species and a slow growth rate. At maturity, the typical Appalachian Blazing Star (Squarrulosa) will reach up to 2.5 feet high, with a maximum height at 20 years of 0 inches.

The Appalachian Blazing Star (Squarrulosa) is not commonly available from nurseries, garden stores and other plant dealers and distributors. It can be propagated by container, corms, seed. It has a slow ability to spread through seed production and the seedlings have medium vigor. Note that cold stratification is not required for seed germination and the plant cannot survive exposure to temperatures below -3°F. has medium tolerance to drought and restricted water conditions.