Liatris microcephala Solidago In colder zones

In colder zones

Salvia microphylla and Salvia x jamensis can be counted on for nearly six months of bloom in a wide range of color

woodland soil

though they don't have to have sun all day

It's roots have antifungal and antibacterial properties

Liatris microcephala Solidago In colder zonesThis drought tolerant native blazing star from rocky outcrops in the southern Appalachian mountains is one of the best in the genus, but surprisingly is still not common in the trade. The rosette produces up to 2 dozen stalks, clothed in very fine grassy foliage. The flowers that top the stalk are the typical rosy purple, and are produced in the heat of summer great for summer arrangements and hummingbird viewing.