Bloom: early to mid-summer
Habitats: hill prairies; limestone glades
Lifespan: perennial
Moisture: dry
Plant type (height): forb (up to 1.5 feet)
Requirements: full sun
Soil: rocky; sandy
Produces huge, bright yellow flowers (up to 4 inches wide) that open in the evening and remain open into the morning, creating a stunning display.
Attracts night-flying moths, its primary pollinators, as well as bees and occasional butterflies during early morning.
Its deep taproot helps it withstand drought, making it ideal for xeriscaping and pollinator-friendly dry gardens.
Produces huge, bright yellow flowers (up to 4 inches wide) that open in the evening and remain open into the morning, creating a stunning display.
Attracts night-flying moths, its primary pollinators, as well as bees and occasional butterflies during early morning.
Its deep taproot helps it withstand drought, making it ideal for xeriscaping and pollinator-friendly dry gardens.
Bloom: early to mid-summer
Habitats: hill prairies; limestone glades
Lifespan: perennial
Moisture: dry
Plant type (height): forb (up to 1.5 feet)
Requirements: full sun
Soil: rocky; sandy