Eriophyllum lanatum
Oregon sunshine
A strong-growing, clump-forming herbaceous perennial to a height of 30cm, with silvery-grey green hairy leaves. From late spring to summer, yellow daisies bloom in profusion over a long period
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Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metresTime to ultimate height
1–2 yearsUltimate spread
0.1–0.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Well–drainedpH
Neutral, Alkaline, AcidColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Yellow | Grey Silver Green | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Yellow | Grey Silver Green | ||
| Autumn | Grey Silver Green | |||
| Winter |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Exposed or ShelteredDrought resistance
Yes Hardiness
H4Botanical details
- Family
- Asteraceae
- Native to the UK
- No
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Habit
- Clump forming, Bushy
- Name status
Correct
How to grow
Cultivation
Plant in well-drained, soil in full sun. Avoid winter wet - tolerates drought once established, so ideal for gravel garden.
Propagation
Propagate by division in spring or sow seed in autumn outside
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Cottage and informal garden
- Gravel garden
- Mediterranean climate plants
- Patio and container plants
- Rock garden
- Wildlife gardens
- Low Maintenance
- Banks and slopes
- Flower borders and beds
- Garden edging
- Ground cover
- Wall side borders
Pruning
After flowering, cut back to keep compact
Pests
Generally pest-free
Diseases
May be susceptible to damage by slugs and snails. Birds may use this plant as nesting material
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