
Pentanema salicinum
Pentanema salicinum
Pentanema salicinum, formerly classified within Inula, is a slender Eurasian perennial bearing small yellow daisy-like flowers that attract bees and butterflies throughout summer. It grows well in moist to moderately dry soils in partly shaded or open sites, making it a good candidate for naturalistic wildflower plantings or meadow borders. This unfussy plant asks for little care beyond occasional watering and cutting back after flowering.
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
12″ – 60″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
14″
Watering Schedule
Every 10-14 Days; Tolerates Periodic Dry Spells Once Established • Water Moderately At The Base, Allowing Soil To Dry Between Waterings
Soil pH
6 – 7.5
Temperature
-30° – 95°F
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Medium
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle
Image: trefle.io — CC-BY-SA
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