Woolly Sunflower (Eriophyllum lanatum)

Woolly sunflower is a bright, colourful perennial that thrives in dry, sunny places. Its cheerful yellow flowers bloom profusely in late spring to early summer, attracting a wide array of pollinators, such as native bees and butterflies. The woolly, gray-green foliage offers a striking contrast to the blooms, and often persists through the winter, providing year-round textural interest in the garden. Woolly sunflower is perfect for rock gardens and xeric gardens, as it is low maintenance and requires minimal watering. It establishes quickly, making it useful for revegetating disturbed sites.

Sun Exposure: Full sun
Soil & Moisture: Well-drained, rocky or sandy, seasonally dry soil. Drought tolerant once established.
Mature Size: 1'-2' tall
Bloom Time: Spring to summer
Edible: No
Wildlife Value: Attracts beneficial insects and pollinators such as bees and butterflies. Butterfly host plant. Seeds are eaten by birds.
Native Range & Habitat: Rocky slopes, open grasslands, and disturbed areas from low to high elevations. Native to western North America from British Columbia, south to California.
Other Names: Oregon sunshine