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Verbesina alternifolia

Family Compositae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   4a - 8b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H4   Australia:   1 - 2  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 1.2 - 2.4 m (4 - 8 ft)
Spread 0.6 - 1.8 m (2 - 6 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
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Description Verbesina alternifolia (wingstem) bears showy blooms during late summer to mid fall.
Special Characteristics Butterflies are attracted to Verbesina alternifolia .
Cautions Be advised that Verbesina alternifolia (wingstem) may be invasive where conditions are favourable. In such cases it will require maintenance to keep it under control.