Frostweed/Wingstem

Frostweed/Wingstem

Verbesina virginica var. laciniata

Specifications

  • Plant Type: Herb
  • Life Cycle: Perennial
  • Foliage: Deciduous
  • Height: 4 - 6 feet
  • Bloom Color: White
  • Bloom Time: September October
  • Sun Exposure: Sun Part Sun
  • Soil Conditions: Moist
  • Spacing: 2 feet on center

Culture

Cut back to 6" in July for full plants. Self seeds

Wildlife

Butterflies visit flowers. Leaves larval food for Silvery Checkerspot.

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