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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Full sun to partial shade; tolerates dry, nutrient-poor soils with minimal competition
Watering
Drought-tolerant; only water during extended multi-week dry spells to prevent wilting
Temperature
Hardy to subzero temperatures; withstands hot, dry summer conditions without supplemental care
Characteristics
- Leaf: Dense silvery-fuzzy basal rosette leaves; oval to spatulate, 2–10 cm long
- Flower: Solitary yellow composite flower heads (1–2 cm wide) on slender, hairy upright stems
- Stem: Slender, hairy upright stems with few to no stem leaves
Care Guide
Watering
Water only if soil is completely dry for 2+ consecutive weeks
Fertilization
No regular fertilization required; avoid rich, nitrogen-heavy soils to prevent excessive foliage growth. Over-fertilization can reduce flower production and encourage invasive spread
Crushed eggshell powder：Sprinkle a thin layer of finely crushed eggshells around plant bases in early spring; avoid mixing into soil to prevent nutrient buildupPruning
- Deadhead spent flower heads to prevent unwanted self-seeding and reduce invasive spread
- Thin overcrowded basal rosettes in early spring to improve airflow and reduce disease risk
- Trim back leggy stems after flowering to maintain a tidy mat-forming habit
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA: No known toxicity to cats
Humans: No known toxicity to humans
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Low-maintenance ground cover, erosion control on slopes, wildflower garden component
