Eriophyllum lanatum (Oregon Sunshine) Seed Packet WW

  Low growing, bushy dicot, densely covered with grayish-green, cottony foliage. Numerous, happy, yellow, sunflower-like flowers up to 2” across are held neatly above the foliage. You can’t help but smile when looking at this plant. Very attractive to bees and small birds are known to nibble the seeds. Wonderful in the front border of your garden. Will casually drape over rocks & ledges. Deer resistant. Family: Asteraceae Per/Ann: Perennial Sun/Shade: Sun Zones: 4a to 9b Height: 12” to 24” Bloom time: mid-summer Habitat: Open sites, moist and dry meadows and hillsides. Stratification: short -2 weeks Planting depth: surface to shallow Seeding rate:           Broadcasting: approx. 60 seeds/sq ft          Small pots/Spots in situ: a small "pinch" per pot/spot Can be fall or spring sown. Cool temps enhance germination so if spring sowing, early spring is best. While seedlings need moisture, they are prone to dampening off. Do not overwater. Portland Plant List (Backyard Habitat Certi