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.