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Telegraphplant

Heterotheca grandiflora, Asteraceae

Zones
4–9
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

Pollinator AttractorBeneficial Insect HabitatPest Confuser

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)

Water

Low (established)Moderate (seedling)

Soil pH

6 – 8.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Sickle-keel LupineLupinus albicaulis
Nitrogen FixationPollinator Sharing
Riddell's GoldenrodOligoneuron riddellii
Pollinator Sharing

Antagonistic Plants

Oregon False GoldenasterHeterotheca oregona

Related Heterotheca species compete intensely for similar resources and may exhibit mutual allelopathy

Uses

Functions

Attracts Native Solitary BeesSupports Syrphid FliesHosts Parasitic WaspsProvides Late-Season NectarConfuses Aphid Pests

Medicinal Uses

Wound HealingAnti-Inflammatory

Common Questions

What zones does Telegraphplant grow in?

Telegraphplant grows in USDA hardiness zones 4 through 9.

What are good companion plants for Telegraphplant?

Good companions for Telegraphplant include Sickle-keel Lupine, Riddell's Goldenrod.

Design guilds with Telegraphplant and see companion relationships visually.

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