British Yellowhead

Inula britannica, Asteraceae

Zones

4–8

Layer

Herbaceous

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Moderate

Guild Roles

Pollinator AttractorBeneficial Insect HabitatPest Confuser

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

High (established)High (seedling)

Soil pH

6 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Annual ValerianCentranthus calcitrapae

Pollinator Sharing

Corn MarigoldChrysanthemum segetum

Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

Goldilocks AsterAster linosyris

Related asteraceae species often exhibit competitive exclusion through allelopathy

Eastern Silvery AsterSymphyotrichum concolor

Inula can produce allelopathic compounds that inhibit other asteraceae

Uses

Functions

Late Summer Nectar Source For Migrating ButterfliesSpecialized Habitat For Soldier BeetlesHoverfly And Bee-Fly Nectar SourcePredatory Bug Overwintering SitesExtends Blooming Season Through September

Medicinal Uses

RespiratoryAnti-Inflammatory

Common Questions

What zones does British Yellowhead grow in?

British Yellowhead grows in USDA hardiness zones 4 through 8.

What are good companion plants for British Yellowhead?

Good companions for British Yellowhead include Annual Valerian, Corn Marigold.

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