Tennessee Smart Yards Native Plants
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Carolina Elephant’s Foot
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Carolina Elephant’s FootElephantopus carolinianusLight shade, medium to moderately dry moisture level, tolerates a wide range of soils but best in sandy soil, moderately acid to neutral pH. 1-3 ft. height, blooms mid to late summer, pinkish lavender to white flowers.Germination Code: ?Native Region: StatewideShowy flowers. Valued for fall bloom and large, attractive lower leaves. Similar in appearance to Ironweeds. Easy to grow.flower;sun/shade;medium;clay |