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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Full sun exposure for optimal flowering; tolerates partial shade with reduced bloom production
Watering
Drought-tolerant; water deeply only when the top 5–7 cm of soil is completely dry
Temperature
Hardy to -15°C; withstands hot summer temperatures with well-drained soil
Characteristics
- Leaf: Basal rosette of fuzzy, lanceolate leaves; stem leaves smaller and clasping
- Flower: Dense spikes of bright orange-yellow, five-petaled blooms
- Stem: Tall, erect, woolly-haired flowering stalk
Care Guide
Watering
Water occasionally during prolonged dry spells to support flowering
Fertilization
Apply a balanced diluted feed once at the start of active growth. Use low-nitrogen fertilizer to promote compact growth and abundant blooms
Eggshell powder topdressing：Crush dried eggshells into fine powder; sprinkle lightly around the base of plants in early spring to boost soil calcium levelsPruning
- Deadhead spent blooms to encourage secondary flowering and prevent excessive self-sowing
- Cut back flowering stalks to ground level after seed set to tidy the planting area
- Remove damaged or yellowing basal leaves in early spring to improve airflow
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA: Non-toxic to cats; no reported toxic reactions
Humans: Non-toxic to humans; no known adverse effects from ingestion or contact
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Ornamental wildflower; attracts pollinators including bees and butterflies
