Leaves: Pinnately lobed, narrow, and green; lower leaves may be more divided.
Flowers: Daisy-like, with bright yellow ray florets often with maroon to reddish centers, 1-2 inches (2.5-5 cm) in diameter, blooming from late spring to early fall.
Known Range
Native Range: Central and western North America, especially prairies and open meadows.
Cultivated Range: Widely grown in gardens and naturalized in temperate regions worldwide.
Care Requirements
Light: Full sun for best flowering; tolerates partial shade.
Watering: Drought-tolerant once established; prefers moderate watering, allowing soil to dry between watering.
Soil: Well-drained, sandy or loamy soils; tolerates poor soils and is adaptable to various conditions.
Humidity: Low to moderate humidity; not suited for very humid environments.
Temperature: Thrives in warm climates; tolerates light frost.
Propagation: By seed; sow directly in soil after the last frost or start indoors 6-8 weeks before planting out.
Common Pests/Diseases: Generally pest-free but may occasionally suffer from aphids or fungal leaf spots in overly wet conditions.
Additional Notes
Special Features: Attracts pollinators such as bees and butterflies; excellent for wildflower meadows, xeriscaping, and erosion control.
Maintenance Level: Low; deadhead spent blooms to prolong flowering season and prevent excessive self-seeding.
