Common Name: |
Narrowleaf Silkgrass |
Scientific Name: |
Pityopsis graminifolia |
Other Name(s): |
Aka Golden Aster, Grassyleaf Goldenaster, Narrow-leaf Silkgrass |
Category: |
Herb/Forb |
Habit: |
Herbaceous perennial |
Bloom Color: |
Yellow |
Bloom Size: |
Under 1 in. |
Bloom Season: |
Late summer or early fall |
Foliage Description: |
Silky hairs that cover the stems and leaves which gives the plant a grayish green appearance |
Height of Plant: |
1-3 ft. |
Hardiness: |
USDA Zones 8a - 11 |
Light Requirements: |
Full Sun to Partial Shade; will bloom better the more sun it gets |
Water Usage: |
Medium |
Moisture Requirement(s): |
Dry to Medium Soil Moisture |
Soil Type: |
Open sandy sites |
Soil pH: |
Soil pH 5.8 - 7.0 |
Native Range: |
Native to the Southeastern United States, occurring as far north as Ohio and Maryland |
Usage: |
Butterfly attractant |
Propagation: |
Self Seeds Freely; division |
Photographer: |
Jon Wooten |
Location: |
Native Plant Garden |