Perennial – Starry Rosinweed ‘Native Star’

Starry Rosinweed ‘Native Star’ 

Botanical name: silphium asteriscus ‘native star’

Beginner friendly?: moderate 

Average size at maturity: 2-5 ft in height with a 1-3ft spread 

Hardy zone: zones 5-9 

Growth rate: reaches fully mature size in 1-3 growing seasons 

Foliage color: green 

Flower color: yellow

Bloom time:  summer 

Pruning instructions: deadhead withered blooms and foliage as needed 

Propagation methods: propagate by seed sowing 

Landscape use: pollinator garden, container plant 

Special features: attracts pollinators, drought tolerant, deer resistant 

Light needs: 6 hours of sun per day 

Watering instructions: allow the first 3 inches of soil to dry out between watering sessions 

Fertilizing instructions : use a slow-release fertilizer once a year in the spring 

Best time to plant: spring 

Best type of soil: loam, clay 

Companion plants: coneflower, beebalm, salvia 

Toxicity level: non-toxic for humans and pets 

Invasive species: no