Yellow Rattle

Rhinanthus minor, Orobanchaceae

Zones

3–8

Layer

Herbaceous

Lifespan

Annual

Growth

Fast

Guild Roles

ProducerPollinator AttractorPest ConfuserBeneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

Moderate (established)High (seedling)

Soil pH

6 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Hedge BedstrawGalium mollugo

Pest DeterrentBeneficial Insect Habitat

Lady's BedstrawGalium verum

Trap CropBeneficial Insect Habitat

Corn ChamomileAnthemis arvensis

Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat

Blue Moor GrassSesleria caerulea

Beneficial Insect Habitat

Cut-leaved TeaselDipsacus laciniatus

Beneficial Insect HabitatPest Deterrent

Uses

Functions

Meadow ManagementGrass SuppressionWildlife FoodSeed Production

Edible Parts

SeedsYoung Leaves

Medicinal Uses

Eye InfectionsSkin Conditions

Common Questions

What zones does Yellow Rattle grow in?

Yellow Rattle grows in USDA hardiness zones 3 through 8.

What are good companion plants for Yellow Rattle?

Good companions for Yellow Rattle include Hedge Bedstraw, Lady's Bedstraw, Corn Chamomile, Blue Moor Grass, Cut-leaved Teasel.

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