Euthamia leptocephala
Also Known As
- Bushy Goldentop
- Mississippi Valley Goldentop
- Slender Headed Euthamia
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 24"-36"
- W: 12"-36"
planting zones
- 7a-9b
Euthamia leptocephala plant details
Euthamia leptocephala is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In fall and summer yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees and beneficial insects making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and regular - occasional water. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Euthamia leptocephala
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: asteraceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 12 IN - 36 IN - wide, 24 IN - 36 IN - tall
- Flowers: yellow blooms in fall and summer
- Uses: fall color, spreading, woodland garden
GROWING CONDITIONS for Euthamia leptocephala
- USDA Zones: 7a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
- Watering frequency: regular - occasional
- Resistant to: heat and humidity
- Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Clusters of sunny yellow upward facing flowers sit atop sturdy slender stems in late summer and fall on this spreading native perennial wildflower. Bushy Goldentop, once classified as a Goldenrod, is typically found in moist sandy soils where it spreads to create small dense colonies. The flowers provide late summer and fall nectar to a variety of pollinators but it is especially important to native bees. Add this small growing, hardy perennial to woodland gardens, moist meadows, and other natural areas where it can brighten up the fall landscape.
By: Almost Eden
Gardening facts about Euthamia leptocephala plant
How to Grow Euthamia leptocephala
Sun Exposure
- sun - dappled shade
Water Needs
- regular - occasional
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- yellow
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- bees
Flower Season
- fall
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Landscape groups by tags
See other plant types of Euthamia for your garden
aka Western Goldenrod, Western Goldentop
Plant Type
Perennial, Aquatic
Zones
8a-10b
Size
Height: 3'-7'
Width: 2'-10'
- sun - mostly shade
- standing water - regular
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