Description
and similar Acanthus with lush soft leaves
winter evergreen/summer dormant rosette of aromatic foliage
outfacing white flower
After killing these throughout the garden
Be sure to check both your state regulations and HOA covenants to make sure an outdoor menage-a-trois is permissible
Liatris scariosa var nieuwlandii Franklin Saxifraga and similar Acanthus with lushLiatris scariosa var. nieuwlandii 'Franklin' has been a star in our garden since we planted our first patch in 2004. This 5' tall giant produces large, well branched flower heads, each composed of dozens of widely spaced, shaggy purple button like flowers. Liatris scariosa var. nieuwlandii is an uncommon prairie native throughout its range, from New York to Arkansas. In addition to being taller and having larger flowers than typical Liatris scariosa,