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Packera obovata

Loose umbels of yellow flowers in April and May on 12″ stems. The evergreen foliage is rounded and serrated along the edges. Plants spread slowly by underground stems. Grows well in dry shade.

Part of Grow Native! Pollinator Buffet plant tag series. Many bees, flies, and beetles use the nectar and pollen. Host to northern metalmark butterfly.

Native Environment

Savanna/Woodland, Stream Edge

Culture

Prefers rich soil and and average moisture. Will grow in dry shade.

Use

Use at the front of a shady border or open woodland planting. Excellent ground cover

Native Environment

Savanna / Woodland

Stream Edge

Height

10 to 14 inches

Spread

8 to 16 inches

Plant Type

Herbaceous Perennials

Color

Yellow

Fall Color

Sun Exposure

Shade

Season of Interest

Early (Feb - Apr

Mid (May - June)

Late (July - frost)

Winter (Nov - Mar)

Soil Moisture

Dry

Moderate

Wildlife Benefit

Butterfly / Moth Host

Butterfly / Moth Nectar

Animal Resistance

Deer Resistant

Nature Attracting

Butterfly

Pollinators/Beneficial Insects

Special Features

Evergreen

Special Usage

Ground Cover