Oxeye False Sunflower
Herbaceous perennial growing 90-150 cm tall. Features opposite, ovate leaves and bright yellow, daisy-like flowers blooming from early summer to fall. Prefers well-drained soils and full sun. Drought-tolerant once established. Long-blooming and low-maintenance. Attracts butterflies and supports native bees. Suitable for prairie gardens, meadows, and sunny borders. Native to eastern and central North America.
Plant Details
Bloom Colour: Yellow
Bloom Time: Mid-Summer to Fall
Sun Requirements: Sun to Part-Sun
Moisture: Moist-Drained
Phenology: Growth emerges May. Blooming begins late June, continuing through September. Seeds mature September-October. Dead stems persist through winter.
Wildlife Value: Attracts numerous butterflies and native bees; seeds eaten by songbirds; stem cavities provide bee nesting sites
Habit Over Time: Forms dense, upright clumps that gradually expand from a central crown. While the plant creates a strong vertical presence, it maintains clear boundaries and doesn't run or spread aggressively. The sturdy stems grow closely together at the base but open up higher in the plant, allowing glimpses through to plants behind. Though the clumps slowly increase in size over years, they remain well-behaved.
Height: Medium to Tall (3-5 feet)