Liatris pycnostachya - Cattail liatris Gay feather Birdsfoot violet is named for

Birdsfoot violet is named for the leaves which are parted and resemble a birds foot

It has creme colored blooms in late spring

Yellow violet has heart-shaped leaves like most of the other woodland violets

It requires full sun but is tolerant of poor soil conditions

Suitable as a rock garden plant where it can be planted with other low growing plants

Liatris pycnostachya - Cattail liatris Gay feather Birdsfoot violet is named forCattail liatris is a tall plant growing up to 3 feet. It requires full sun but is tolerant of poor soil conditions. It has purple blooms that grow on a single stem. The blooms are attractive to insects including butterflies.