{"product_id":"ja-liatris-spicata-kobold-corms","title":"Liatris spicata 'Kobold' Corms","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLiatris spicata\u003c\/em\u003e 'Kobold' is a compact form of Button Snakewort grown for its upright spikes of deep purple flowers. The narrow grass-like foliage forms tidy clumps, while the colourful flower stems rise above the leaves in late summer.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis smaller variety is ideal for borders, wildlife gardens, and patio containers where space is limited.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40–60cm\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpread:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30–40cm\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlower colour:\u003c\/strong\u003e deep purple\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowering time:\u003c\/strong\u003e late summer to early autumn\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e full sun\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e well-drained soil\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eAbout \u003cem\u003eLiatris spicata\u003c\/em\u003e 'Kobold'\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLiatris spicata\u003c\/em\u003e 'Kobold' grows from small corms and forms compact clumps of narrow leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFrom late summer, upright flower spikes appear carrying many small purple florets.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThese flowers open in an unusual way. They begin at the top of the spike and gradually open downward, creating a layered flowering effect.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis variety is valued for its smaller size while still producing the same distinctive flower spikes as taller forms.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSynonyms include:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eLiatris spicata\u003c\/em\u003e 'Goblin'\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eLiatris spicata\u003c\/em\u003e Goblin\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eBenefits for UK Wildlife\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLiatris spicata\u003c\/em\u003e 'Kobold' is a useful plant for pollinator-friendly gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eNectar-rich flowers attract bees\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePopular with butterflies and other pollinating insects\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProvides nectar during late summer when many plants fade\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlant in groups to create a stronger nectar source for visiting insects.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eWhere to Grow Liatris 'Kobold'\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eSunny garden borders\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWildlife-friendly gardens\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePrairie-style planting\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePatio containers\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMixed perennial beds\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe compact size makes it suitable for the front of borders or smaller garden spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003ePlanting Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003ePlant corms in spring.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eChoose a sunny position.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePlant corms about 5–8cm deep.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSpace plants roughly 25–30cm apart.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUse well-drained soil.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWater during dry spells while plants establish.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eOnce established, plants return each year and gradually form larger clumps.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eWhy Grow \u003cem\u003eLiatris spicata\u003c\/em\u003e 'Kobold'\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eCompact variety suitable for smaller spaces\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDeep purple upright flower spikes\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExcellent plant for bees and butterflies\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLate-season colour for sunny borders\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEasy to grow from corms\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eIf you want a pollinator-friendly perennial with strong vertical flowers but a smaller size, \u003cem\u003eLiatris spicata\u003c\/em\u003e 'Kobold' is an excellent choice for sunny gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jacques Amand","offers":[{"title":"1 Corm","offer_id":57516510314883,"sku":"JA-L4030","price":4.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"10 Corms","offer_id":57516510347651,"sku":"JA-L4030x10","price":17.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"100 Corms","offer_id":57516510380419,"sku":"JA-L4030x100","price":119.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0108\/3418\/2207\/files\/liatris-spicata-kobold.jpg?v=1773219216","url":"https:\/\/gardenwildlife.com\/products\/ja-liatris-spicata-kobold-corms","provider":"Garden Wildlife","version":"1.0","type":"link"}