Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Asteraceae

Genus:

Astranthium

Species:

Astranthium integrifolium

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Annual

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

1-2 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

apr, may, jun

Bloom Colors:

White, Yellow

Ground Cover:

Yes

Native Range

United States: Alabama, Arkansas, Georgia, Kansas, Kentucky, Missouri, Mississippi, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Tennessee, Texas, West Virginia

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil

pH:

6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate