The yellow-on-green flowers are present most of the season, with soft, downy heart-shaped leaves prominent below the flowers.Ecological Benefits: Nectar and pollen for pollinators; seed for gold finches and other birds May-Oct.
Native Plant Database
Header Photo: Mervin Wallace
Texas Green Eyes
Berlandiera texana
Plant Type: Herbaceous Perennials
Native Environment: Glade, Prairie
Season of Interest: Mid (May - June)
Main Color: Yellow
Fall Color:
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Photo: Mervin Wallace

Sun Exposure
Full Sun, Medium Sun/Average Shade

Soil
Moisture
Dry, Moderate

Nature Attracting
Butterfly, Pollinators/Beneficial Insects, Songbirds

Wildlife Benefit
Food/Birds, Food/Pollinators

Animal
Resistance
Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant
Size
Height:
30 to
72
inches
Spread:
20 to
30
inches
Size
Height: 30 to
72
inches
Spread: 20 to
30
inches
Size
Height: 30 to
72
inches
Spread: 20 to
30
inches
Typical Landscape Use
Naturalize in dry prairie or glade-like habitats, also sunny to partly shaded well drained beds.
Establishment and Care Instructions
Grows easily in full sun or part shade and well drained soils. Prune or pinch back early if a more compact plant is desired.
Special Features
Special Usage
Fresh Cut Flower
Basic Description
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