Grey-headed Coneflower (Ratibita pinnata)

Type:
Herbaceous Perennial

Light needs:
Full sun

Water needs:
Medium-dry

Height:
3 - 5’

Spacing:
1.5 - 2’

Bloom Time:
Summer

Bloom Color:
Yellow

Ecological Benefits:
Host plant for Silvery Checkerspot butterfly and several moths. Attracts swallowtail butterflies, beetles, and beneficial wasps. Goldfinches and other songbirds will eat the seeds in the fall/winter.

Description:
Naturally occurring in dry wooded areas and prairies, grey-headed coneflower is a great option for pocket prairies, sunny borders, or pollinator gardens. Tolerates clay soils, drought, and poor soil conditions.