Silphium perfoliatum - Cup Plant

Silphium perfoliatum
Cup Plant

NATIVE perennial to 96" with yellow sunflower-like blooms and unique paired leaves forming a large 'cup' around the sturdy stems.  Can grow very tall and will self sow.

Color: 
Yellow
Bloom Season: 
Summer (July-Aug)
Soil Conditions: 
Medium
Wet
Sun Exposure: 
Full sun
Part sun
Function: 
Cut flower
Deer resistant
Native
Pollinators