| Common Name: |
Narrowleaf Silkgrass |
| Scientific Name: |
Pityopsis graminifolia |
| Other Name(s): |
Aka Golden Aster, Grassyleaf Goldenaster, Narrow-leaf Silkgrass |
| Category: |
Herb/Forb |
| Habit: |
Herbaceous perennial |
| Bloom Color: |
Yellow |
| Bloom Size: |
Under 1 in. |
| Bloom Season: |
Late summer or early fall |
| Foliage Description: |
Silky hairs that cover the stems and leaves which gives the plant a grayish green appearance |
| Height of Plant: |
1-3 ft. |
| Hardiness: |
USDA Zones 8a - 11 |
| Light Requirements: |
Full Sun to Partial Shade; will bloom better the more sun it gets |
| Water Usage: |
Medium |
| Moisture Requirement(s): |
Dry to Medium Soil Moisture |
| Soil Type: |
Open sandy sites |
| Soil pH: |
Soil pH 5.8 - 7.0 |
| Native Range: |
Native to the Southeastern United States, occurring as far north as Ohio and Maryland |
| Usage: |
Butterfly attractant |
| Propagation: |
Self Seeds Freely; division |
| Photographer: |
Jon Wooten |
| Location: |
Native Plant Garden |