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Silphium laciniatum

Compass Plant

Very large basal leaves, up to 18" long, orient themselves on a north-south axis to minimize sun exposure-
giving rise to the common name. Large, yellow, sunflower-like flowers on tall, stiff stems to 9'!

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Attracts Wildlife
• Attracts Butterflies
Exposure
• Full Sun
Attributes
• Cut Flower/Foliage
• Native
Foliage Color
• Green
Season of Interest (Flowering)
• Summer
Season of Interest (Foliage)
• Summer
Soil Moisture
• Very Adaptable
Bloom Time
• July - September
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Silphium laciniatum

Grows easily and tolerates poor soils.

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