Gayfeather 'Floristan White'

Floristan White Gayfeather forms a low clump of narrow leaves and sends up tall, clean-white flower spikes in summer. The upright stems suit sunny perennial borders and cut-flower gardens. ## Growth and placement Walters Gardens lists Floristan White at 3–4 feet tall and 16–20 inches wide, with green foliage, white flowers, and USDA zones 3–9. The profile recommends full sun and well-drained soil; it also notes that Liatris spicata prefers more moisture than other Liatris and has tuberous roots that can be divided. Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria records the exact selection under the synonym ‘Floristan Weiss’. The spikes add vertical structure, and the flowers attract bees and butterflies. ## Maintenance Water during dry spells, especially while the plant establishes, while avoiding poorly drained soil. Divide established clumps every few years if they become crowded, and cut back spent stems after flowering. [Walters Gardens plant profile](https://www.waltersgardens.com/variety.php?ID=LIAFW) · [Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria](https://hortflora.rbg.vic.gov.au/taxon/f664f514-5340-11e7-b82b-005056b0018f).