Overview

Heterotheca camporum var. glandulissimum is a plant with a perennial herbaceous habit in the genus Heterotheca, part of the Asteraceae family, with gray-green, resinous foliage. Heterotheca camporum var. glandulissimum grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include border plant and xeriscaping.

About

Heterotheca camporum, known by the common name lemonyellow false goldenaster, is a North American species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. It is found only in the central United States, primarily the Ozarks, the Cumberland Plateau, and the middle Mississippi Valley.

About the genus

Heterotheca is a genus of North American plants in the family Asteraceae.

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Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Heterotheca

Sunlight
Full sun
Soil type
Loam
Soil pH
Neutral
Soil moisture
Dry to moist
Aspect
South-facing
Exposure
Sheltered
UK hardiness
H5

Plant details

Heterotheca camporum var. glandulissimum size, habit and characteristics

Habit
Perennial herbaceous
Foliage
Gray-green, resinous
Suggested uses
Border plant, xeriscaping

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Heterotheca camporum var. glandulissimum

Propagation
Seed, division
Pest resistance
Resistant to deer
Disease resistance
Resistant to powdery mildew

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to plant Heterotheca camporum var. glandulissimum?

Heterotheca camporum var. glandulissimum prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.

What soil does Heterotheca camporum var. glandulissimum need?

Heterotheca camporum var. glandulissimum grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays dry to moist.

Is Heterotheca camporum var. glandulissimum hardy in the UK?

Heterotheca camporum var. glandulissimum has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.

How do I propagate Heterotheca camporum var. glandulissimum?

Seed, division.