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White-rayed Mule's Ears

Wyethiahelianthoides

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Family
Asteraceae (ass-ter-AY-see-ee)
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Genus
Wyethia (wy-eh-THEE-uh)
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Species
helianthoides (hee-lee-an-THOY-dees)
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Synonym
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Foliage
Herbaceous
Height
under 6 in. (15 cm)
6-12 in. (15-30 cm)
12-18 in. (30-45 cm)
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
Spacing
6-9 in. (15-22 cm)
9-12 in. (22-30 cm)
12-15 in. (30-38 cm)
Hardiness
Not Applicable
Danger

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Bloom Color
White/Near White
Bloom Time
Mid Spring
Late Spring/Early Summer
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Category
Annuals
Groundcovers
Water Requirements
Requires consistently moist soil; do not let dry out between waterings
Foliage Color

Unknown - Tell us

Where to Grow

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Bloom Characteristics
This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds
Bloom Size

Unknown - Tell us

Other details
May be a noxious weed or invasive
Soil pH requirements

Unknown - Tell us

Patent Information

Unknown - Tell us

Propagation Methods
From seed; direct sow outdoors in fall
Seed Collecting
Allow seedheads to dry on plants; remove and collect seeds
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Benton, KY (Zone 7a) | February 2005 | neutral

This is the only white flowered Wyethia. It is seen in moist mountain meadows, often forming dense patches.

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