Wingstem

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Wingstem, Yellow Crownbeard Verbesina alternifolia (Actinomeris alternifolia) Full to part sun, moderately wet to medium moisture level, prefers organically rich soil.  4-8 feet height, blooms summer to fall, yellow flowers, re-seeds readily. Germination Code:  C(30) Native Region:  Statewide, more common in Middle Tennessee This is an aggressive, weedy, clump-forming perennial.  Flowers attract butterflies and bees; seeds attract birds. flower;sun;wet;loam flower;sun;medium;loam flower;sun/shade;wet;loam flower;sun/shade;medium;loam