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Common Woolly Sunflower

Eriophyllum Lanatum

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Overview

Eriophyllum lanatum, commonly known as Common Woolly Sunflower, is a vibrant native perennial. Recognized by its silvery, woolly foliage, this hardy plant spans 1-2 feet in height and width. Its striking yellow daisy-like flowers bloom from late spring to early summer, attracting pollinators. Ideal for drought-resistant landscapes, it thrives in full sun with well-draining soil. Adds textural contrast and a splash of color to rock gardens and borders.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, Very LowZones 5–5Type PerennialClimate Temperate
Common Woolly Sunflower (Eriophyllum Lanatum) — Its leaves are lance-shaped
Common Woolly Sunflower (Eriophyllum Lanatum) — Its striking yellow daisy-like flowers bloom from late spring to early summer, attracting, image 57Common Woolly Sunflower (Eriophyllum Lanatum) — Adds textural contrast and a splash of color to rock gardens and borders, image 32Common Woolly Sunflower (Eriophyllum Lanatum) — set atop long stems which provide an airyCommon Woolly Sunflower (Eriophyllum Lanatum) — When integrating Eriophyllum lanatum into your gardenCommon Woolly Sunflower (Eriophyllum Lanatum) — making it an excellent choice for many garden designs; is a charming perennial that brings a burst of brightCommon Woolly Sunflower (Eriophyllum Lanatum) — the Woolly Sunflower bursts into vibrant daisy-like blooms; this hardy plant can thrive in a variety of+71

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Extra in Summer, Very Low
USDA zones
5–5

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Perennial
Climate
Temperate

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Common Woolly Sunflower (Eriophyllum Lanatum) — Its leaves are lance-shaped
Common Woolly Sunflower (Eriophyllum Lanatum) — Its striking yellow daisy-like flowers bloom from late spring to early summer, attracting, image 57
Common Woolly Sunflower (Eriophyllum Lanatum) — Adds textural contrast and a splash of color to rock gardens and borders, image 32
Common Woolly Sunflower (Eriophyllum Lanatum) — set atop long stems which provide an airy
Common Woolly Sunflower (Eriophyllum Lanatum) — When integrating Eriophyllum lanatum into your garden
Common Woolly Sunflower (Eriophyllum Lanatum) — making it an excellent choice for many garden designs; is a charming perennial that brings a burst of bright
Common Woolly Sunflower (Eriophyllum Lanatum) — the Woolly Sunflower bursts into vibrant daisy-like blooms; this hardy plant can thrive in a variety of
Common Woolly Sunflower (Eriophyllum Lanatum) — Ideal for drought-resistant landscapes, it thrives in full sun with well-draining soil; yellow, image 58
Common Woolly Sunflower (Eriophyllum Lanatum) — making it a drought-tolerant option that's well-suited to xeriscaping.<br><br>In late spring to, image 43
Common Woolly Sunflower (Eriophyllum Lanatum) — is a charming perennial that brings a burst of bright yellow to the landscape
Common Woolly Sunflower (Eriophyllum Lanatum) — Recognized by its silvery, woolly foliage, this hardy plant spans 1-2 feet in height and width
Common Woolly Sunflower (Eriophyllum Lanatum) — perennial for full or half; or use it to provide a soft contrast to sharper foliage in a mixed border
Common Woolly Sunflower (Eriophyllum Lanatum) — Its striking yellow daisy-like flowers bloom from late spring to early summer, attracting pollinators; each
Common Woolly Sunflower (Eriophyllum Lanatum) — or use it to provide a soft contrast to sharper foliage in a mixed border
Common Woolly Sunflower (Eriophyllum Lanatum) — making it a drought-tolerant option that's well-suited to xeriscaping.<br><br>In late spring to early summer
Common Woolly Sunflower (Eriophyllum Lanatum) — perennial with yellow blooms; the Woolly Sunflower bursts into vibrant daisy-like blooms
Common Woolly Sunflower (Eriophyllum Lanatum) — Flourishing across USDA hardiness zones 5 through 9; set atop long stems which provide an airy
Common Woolly Sunflower (Eriophyllum Lanatum) — or use it to provide a soft contrast to sharper foliage in a mixed border; its striking yellow daisy-like
Common Woolly Sunflower (Eriophyllum Lanatum) — Eriophyllum lanatum provides a velvety texture that is both visually and tactilely appealing; perennial for
Common Woolly Sunflower (Eriophyllum Lanatum) — Flourishing across USDA hardiness zones 5 through 9
Common Woolly Sunflower (Eriophyllum Lanatum) — The Woolly Sunflower typically reaches a modest height of 1-2 feet with a similar spread
Common Woolly Sunflower (Eriophyllum Lanatum) — Each flower spans approximately 1-2 inches in diameter; and the woolly texture helps in water conservation
Common Woolly Sunflower (Eriophyllum Lanatum) — Recognized by its silvery, woolly foliage, this hardy plant spans 1-2 feet in height and width; fuzzy
Common Woolly Sunflower (Eriophyllum Lanatum) — this hardy plant can thrive in a variety of conditions; perennial with yellow blooms
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