Bigleaf Crown Beard

Verbesina Dissita

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Overview

The Bigleaf Crown Beard (Verbesina dissita) is a striking perennial, thriving in USDA zones 8-11. It boasts large, serrated leaves and clusters of sunny yellow flowers. This resilient species can reach a height of 4-6 feet with a spread of 2-3 feet, preferring full sun to partial shade and well-drained soils. Flowering occurs from late summer to fall, providing a vibrant display and attracting pollinators to the landscape.

Sun FullWater LowZones 9–10

Bigleaf Crown Beard (Verbesina Dissita) — The Bigleaf Crown Beard (Verbesina dissita) is a striking perennial, thriving in USDA zones 8-11

Bigleaf Crown Beard (Verbesina Dissita) — It boasts large, serrated leaves and clusters of sunny yellow flowers

Bigleaf Crown Beard (Verbesina Dissita) — This resilient species can reach a height of 4-6 feet with a spread of 2-3 feet

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Low
USDA zones: 9–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Asteraceae

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Bigleaf Crown Beard (Verbesina Dissita) — The Bigleaf Crown Beard (Verbesina dissita) is a striking perennial, thriving in USDA zones 8-11

Bigleaf Crown Beard (Verbesina Dissita) — It boasts large, serrated leaves and clusters of sunny yellow flowers

Bigleaf Crown Beard (Verbesina Dissita) — This resilient species can reach a height of 4-6 feet with a spread of 2-3 feet

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