VERBESINA encelioides (Golden Crownbeard)
The leaves are alternate or opposite, toothed, and nearly triangular on this well-branched grayish-green vine. Yellow flower heads with 3-toothed rays can be up to 2 inches (5 cm) long. The triangular silvery green leaves have toothed margins. This plant grows in disturbed areas and can turn acres or miles of roadside into a strong yellow carpet. In average, dry to medium, well-drained soils, it grows easily.
| Number of Seeds | Max Coverage Area (Square Ft.) | |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5OZ | 11,875 | 250 |
| 1OZ | 23,750 | 500 |
| 1/4LB | 95,000 | 2,000 |
| 1/2LB | 190,000 | 4,000 |
| 1LB | 380,000 | 8,000 |
| 5LB | 1,900,000 | 40,000 |
Scientific Name: Verbesina Encelioides
Common Name: Golden Crownbeard
Plant Type: Annuals
Family: Asteraceae
Zone: 2 to 11
Native Range: California, Arizona, Texas, Mexico
Full Growth Height: 24-48"
Width: 24-72 inches
Exposure: Full Sun
Blooming Season: Spring (Mid, Late), Summer (Early, Mid, Late), Fall
Flower: Showy
Pollinators: Butterflies
Flower Color: Yellow
Tolerate: Deer, Drought, Erosion
Water Requirement: Average, Low
Maintenance: Low
Soil Type: Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand, Well-Drained
Soil pH: Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Uses: Beds and Borders, Prairies and Meadows, Native Gardens, Cottage Gardens