Silphium perfoliatum #1

Tall, robust plants with leaves fused at the stem that can hold rainwater and attract birds looking for a drink. Cup Plant’s bright yellow flowers appear through the summer. Seeds are savored by finches in the fall. A large plant for prairie, wildlife, and native gardens. Attracts native bees, butterflies, skippers, honeybees, and beneficial wasps. Ohio native. 4 – 8′