Compass Plant
Common Name: Compass Plant
Latin Name: Silphium laciniatum
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Tall flower stalks with bright yellow sunflower-like blooms appear from July to September. Large deeply-cut, fleshy leaves orient north-south hence the name. Great for back of border, prairies, and native gardens.
Core Characteristics
Mature Height: 3-10'
Mature Width: 2-3'
USDA Hardiness Zone: to zone 4
Light Requirements: Full Sun
Features & Benefits: Attracts Birds, Attracts Pollinators, Benefits Wildlife, Great Foliage, Wisconsin Native
Common Name: Compass Plant
Latin Name: Silphium laciniatum
Visit Plant Profile >>Description & Overview
Tall flower stalks with bright yellow sunflower-like blooms appear from July to September. Large deeply-cut, fleshy leaves orient north-south hence the name. Great for back of border, prairies, and native gardens.
Core Characteristics
Mature Height: 3-10'
Mature Width: 2-3'
USDA Hardiness Zone: to zone 4
Light Requirements: Full Sun
Features & Benefits: Attracts Birds, Attracts Pollinators, Benefits Wildlife, Great Foliage, Wisconsin Native