Prefers full sun and moist to medium soils to establish, then can handle periods of dryness. Low-maintenance - cut back in late winter or early spring to promote fresh growth.

Forms upright, bushy clumps and spreads slowly by rhizomes - ideal for back boarders, meadow inspired plantings, or pollinator gardens. Its tall, sturdy form blends well with grasses and other late-season natives.

Native to New York and central US praries, particularly moist meadows and open woodlands.

Fuzzy gray-green foliage emerges in spring followed by tall stems and golden blooms from late summer into fall. Seed heads remain through the winter, offering texture and wildlife value.

Attracts a wide range of pollinators, including bees, butterflies, and beetles. Seeds are eaten by birds, and the dense growth offers shelter for beneficial insects.