Liatris scariosa var nieuwlandii Franklin Dry Shade Plants the leaves take on a

the leaves take on a lovely purple color and in spring

When this clone flowers in spring

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The clumps are usually good off-setters

Zephyranthes 'Star Spangled' is one of the most floriferous rain lilies we've grown

Liatris scariosa var nieuwlandii Franklin Dry Shade Plants the leaves take on aLiatris 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,