1. A North American plant of the genus Liatris, having tall spikes of small purple, pink, or white flowers; blazing star.
Usage: Usually used in plural or as a mass noun; Also called liatris or blazing star

Examples

• The garden was filled with vibrant gayfeathers that attracted butterflies and bees.
• Gayfeathers bloom in mid to late summer with distinctive purple flower spikes.
• She planted gayfeathers along the border to add height and color to the landscape.
• The tall gayfeathers swayed gently in the breeze.
• Gayfeathers are popular in wildflower gardens and native plant landscapes.