A tall, vigorous perennial with arching stems and feathery clusters of bright yellow flowers. Native to North America, it is widely grown for its late-season blooms, providing strong architectural interest and valuable nectar for pollinators.
• Exposure: Very wind-tolerant; moderately tolerant of coastal conditions but may require shelter from harsh salt spray.
• Size: Typically 90–150 cm tall; 45–60 cm wide.
• Soil: Prefers well-drained, moderately fertile soil; tolerates clay, loam, and sandy soils.
• Sun: Full sun essential for best flowering.
• Flowering Time: Late summer to early autumn (typically August–October).
• Uses: A dye plant; also historically used in herbal remedies.
• Wildlife Benefits: Excellent nectar source for bees, butterflies, and hoverflies; seeds feed small birds, and dense stems provide cover for insects and small animals.
