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| A elongated flower inflorescence. The flowers are sessil or attached directly to the stem. Most spikes bloom from the bottom to the top but Liatris bloom in the opposite direction. Glads are common spiked flowers used in the floral trade.. |
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| This plant is Hoary Vervain. |
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The
Liatris
is one of the few spiked flowers that bloom from the top to the
bottom. |
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| Hollyhock |
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