Wingstem

Verbesina alternifolia, Asteraceae

Zones

4–9

Layer

Herbaceous

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Fast

Guild Roles

Pollinator AttractorBeneficial Insect HabitatPest Confuser

Growing Conditions

Sun

Partial Shade (preferred)Full Sun (tolerated)

Water

Moderate (established)High (seedling)

Soil pH

6 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Blue MistflowerConoclinium coelestinum

Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat

White-leaved mountain mintPycnanthemum albescens

Pest DeterrentBeneficial Insect Habitat

Hollow Joe Pye WeedEutrochium fistulosum

Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

Short's AsterSymphyotrichum shortii

Tall wingstem can shade and potentially produce allelopathic compounds affecting smaller asters

Uses

Functions

Attracts Native Long-Tongued Bees And BumblebeesSupports Predatory Beetles And Assassin BugsProvides Late Season Nectar For Beneficial WaspsTall Structure Offers Shelter For Beneficial InsectsYellow Flowers Attract Hover Flies And Flower Flies

Medicinal Uses

Wound HealingAnti-Inflammatory

Common Questions

What zones does Wingstem grow in?

Wingstem grows in USDA hardiness zones 4 through 9.

What are good companion plants for Wingstem?

Good companions for Wingstem include Blue Mistflower, White-leaved mountain mint, Hollow Joe Pye Weed.

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