This sunflower-like perennial tends to move north and south to avoid the heat of the mid day sun. Like Cup Plant and Prairie Dock, Compass Plant has very large leaves and makes its stature known in the prairie world.
Birds favor the seed heads and its a magnet for butterflies. This plant prefers full sun and very dry soil. It is very drought tolerant.
Seed Info
Seed Envelopes contain approximately 0.02 ounces of seed and cover about 5 to 10 square feet.
Product Details
Height: 3 to 12 Feet
Light Requirements: Full Sun
Soil Hydrology: Dry to Mesic Soils
Bloom Time: July through September
Plant Type: Perennial
Stratification: Cold Moist (CM) 75 Days
Attracts: Birds, Bees, Butterflies
Product Code: SIL03F