About
Eriophyllum lanatum, the woolly sunflower, is a spreading, grey-woolly, semi-woody perennial or subshrub from western North America producing a profuse display of bright, golden-yellow, daisy-like flowerheads from late spring through summer. An ornamental and drought-tolerant plant for a sunny, well-drained border or rock garden.
About the genus
Eriophyllum are annuals and perennials from western North America with grey-woolly foliage and bright, yellow, daisy-like flowerheads. Drought-tolerant ornamentals for sunny, well-drained borders and rock gardens.
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun
Soil typeChalk, Loam, Sand
Soil pHNeutral, Alkaline, Acid
Soil moistureWell-drained
AspectSouth-facing, West-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH4
Plant details
Plant typeHerbaceous Perennial
HabitClump forming, Bushy
FoliageDeciduous
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height1-2 years
Suggested usesCottage and informal garden, Gravel garden, Patio and container plants, Rock garden, Wildlife gardens
Care notes
CultivationPlant in well-drained, soil in full sun. Avoid winter wet - tolerates drought once established, so ideal for gravel garden.
PruningAfter flowering, cut back to keep compact
PropagationPropagate by division in spring or sow seed in autumn outside
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceMay be susceptible to damage by slugs and snails. Birds may use this plant as nesting material