Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Asteraceae

Genus:

Grindelia

Species:

Grindelia lanceolata

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Biennial | Perennial

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb , Subshrub

Height:

4-6 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

jun, jul, aug, sep, oct

Bloom Colors:

Yellow

Native Range

United States: Alabama, Arkansas, Connecticut, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Missouri, Mississippi, New Mexico, Ohio, Oklahoma, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Wisconsin

Keystone Species Ranking

Bee Keystone:

★☆☆☆☆ Based on number of native bee species using this genus for pollen and nectar (Source: National Wildlife Federation)

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rocky, well-drained calcareous soil

pH:

6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

common in limestone outcrops and prairies

Germination Information