White Wingstem (Verbesina virginica)
White Wingstem is a 3' to 6' tall native perennial that is better known for the exotic and fanciful ice ribbons that form at the base of the plant at the first killing frost in the fall. This plant grows best at woodland edges, field borders, and stream banks and needs medium to wet soils, preferably in partial shade. White Wingstem has large flat-topped clusters of showy white flowers. The spreading growth habit of this plant makes it better suited for native plant gardens, wildflower meadows, and conservation plantings. White Wingstem provides cover and food for wildlife. Prices listed are based on pure live seed weight, not bulk weight. You are only paying for viable seed.
Species Details
Common Name (Botanical Name) | White Wingstem (Verbesina virginica) |
Alternatative Common Names | Frostweed, White Crownbeard |
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Bloom Season | Summer |
Group | Wildflowers/Forbs |
Bloom Color | White |
Duration | Perennial |
Soil moisture | Medium (Mesic);Wet (Hydric) |
Soil texture | Coarse (Sand);Medium (Silt/Loam);Fine (Clay) |
Sun Exposure | Part Shade |
Status | Native |
Wetland status | FACU;UPL |
pH | Acidic;Neutral;Alkaline |
pH Values | |
Average height | 4-5ft |
USDA Zones | 8a;8b; |
RNS Region | 2;3 |
Planting rate/Acre | Not Recommended |
Seeds Per Lb. | 260000 |
Seeds Per Oz | 0 |
Seeds Per Packet | 75 |
Product Benefits | Aesthetic Value;Deer Resistant;Wildlife Cover;Wildlife Food; |