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common woolly sunflower

common woolly sunflower

Eriophyllum lanatum

herbaceous☀️ full sun💧 low water Hardy: Zone 5aZone 10b

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A low-growing perennial with finely divided, silvery-green woolly foliage and cheerful yellow daisy-like flowers. It thrives in dry conditions and is excellent for rock gardens, borders, and drought-tolerant landscapes.

Overview

Form
Mounding
Growth Rate
moderate
Size
1–2′ tall × 1.5–2.5′ wide
Dormancy
evergreen
Family
Asteraceae

Native to the United States

Native Range

Western North America

Native to: California, Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Utah, Colorado, Arizona, New Mexico

Seasonality

Bloom Season

J
F
M
A
M
J
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A
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D

Season of Interest

SpringSummer

Companion Planting

Plants well with