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Prince's Plume

Stanleya Pinnata

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Overview

Prince's Plume (Stanleya pinnata) is an eye-catching perennial reaching heights of 3-6 ft. Noted for its striking yellow inflorescences, it thrives in well-drained soils and full sun. USDA zones 2-10 are ideal. Drought-tolerant and low maintenance, it benefits pollinators while adding vertical interest. Space plants approximately 2 ft apart. Keep in mind, it may spread via self-seeding. Avoid overwatering to prevent root rot.

Sun FullWater Very LowZones 9–10Type Perennial
Prince's Plume (Stanleya Pinnata) — consider its need for space to accommodate its height and potential reseeding

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Very Low
USDA zones
9–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Perennial
Family
Brassicaceae

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Prince's Plume (Stanleya Pinnata) — Prince's Plume (Stanleya pinnata) is an eye-catching perennial reaching heights of 3-6 ft
Prince's Plume (Stanleya Pinnata) — scientifically known as Stanleya pinnata; uSDA zones 2-10 are ideal
Prince's Plume (Stanleya Pinnata) — is a resilient perennial native to the western regions of North America
Prince's Plume (Stanleya Pinnata) — Drought-tolerant and low maintenance, it benefits pollinators while adding vertical interest
Prince's Plume (Stanleya Pinnata) — USDA zones 2-10 are ideal
Prince's Plume (Stanleya Pinnata) — The impressive flower spikes emerge in late spring to early summer
Prince's Plume (Stanleya Pinnata) — bushy backdrop for the towering inflorescences
Prince's Plume (Stanleya Pinnata) — Avoid overwatering to prevent root rot; with its hardy nature and show-stopping appearance
Prince's Plume (Stanleya Pinnata) — Keep in mind, it may spread via self-seeding; although it is quite adaptable and capable of tolerating poor
Prince's Plume (Stanleya Pinnata) — including bees and butterflies.<br><br>As you incorporate the Prince's Plume into your design
Prince's Plume (Stanleya Pinnata) — Avoid overwatering to prevent root rot
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