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Jones' Goldenaster

Heterotheca jonesii, Asteraceae

Zones
5–9
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

Toothpick PlantAmmi visnaga
Beneficial Insect HabitatPollinator Sharing
Notch-leaf PhaceliaPhacelia crenulata
Pollinator SharingNurse Plant

Antagonistic Plants

Hairy GumplantGrindelia hirsutula

Both asteraceae with similar growth habits and resource requirements compete intensely

RosillaHelenium puberulum

Helenium sesquiterpene lactones can inhibit growth of other asteraceae

Uses

Functions

Attracts Specialist Mining BeesSupports Late Season ButterfliesProvides Nectar For Beneficial WaspsAttracts Hover FliesFall Pollinator Resource

Common Questions

What zones does Jones' Goldenaster grow in?

Jones' Goldenaster grows in USDA hardiness zones 5 through 9.

What are good companion plants for Jones' Goldenaster?

Good companions for Jones' Goldenaster include Toothpick Plant, Notch-leaf Phacelia.

Design guilds with Jones' Goldenaster and see companion relationships visually.

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