Oregon Sunshine | Eriophyllum lanatum

A vibrant array of yellow flowers blooms abundantly in a green grassy area, creating a cheerful and sunny scene.
A cluster of bright yellow flowers blooming amidst green foliage, showcasing their vibrant petals and delicate leaves.
Photo Credit: Terry Spivey
A vibrant patch of wildflowers, predominantly yellow, surrounded by green grass and a few pink flowers visible.
A vibrant field filled with colorful wildflowers, featuring yellow blooms and some pinkish flowers under a clear blue sky.
A vibrant array of yellow flowers blooms abundantly in a green grassy area, creating a cheerful and sunny scene.
A cluster of bright yellow flowers blooming amidst green foliage, showcasing their vibrant petals and delicate leaves.
A vibrant patch of wildflowers, predominantly yellow, surrounded by green grass and a few pink flowers visible.
A vibrant field filled with colorful wildflowers, featuring yellow blooms and some pinkish flowers under a clear blue sky.

Perennial woolly grey foliage with multiple leafy stems reaching 1′-2′ tall. The leaves are narrowly lobed, 1/2″-4″ long. Its bright yellow terminal flowers are 1/2″-1″ wide and have yellow central disks. Host plant for Painted Lady Butterfly. A great species with a long bloom period.

 

Plant Details

Habitats Upland Prairie and Savanna
Habitat Notes Dry, open habitat in full sun. This species spreads easily once established
Phenology Perennial; blooming April-September
Mature Height 10 – 24”
Shade Preference Full sun, part shade
Soil Tolerance Dry soils
Special Uses Attracts insects, bees and butterflies; Ornamental