Seed Pack - Compass Plant (Silphium laciniatum)

This listing is for one packet of Compass Plant (Silphium laciniatum) seeds. Each packet contains roughly 50 seeds. For best germination of native species, remember to scatter seeds October-January!

A hardy, drought resistant plant once established, though it may take multiple years to do so. With distinct, deeply lobed leaves and an inflorescence that takes up most of its height, compass* plant always adds interest to a planting!

Light: Full Sun

Soil Moisture: Wet Mesic, Mesic, Dry Mesic, Dry

Soil Type: Loam, Sandy, Tolerates Poor Soil

Height: 5'-9'

Bloom Color: Yellow

Bloom Time: Jul-Sep

Root Type: Taproot

Notable Wildlife Interactions: Flowers attract mainly bees and flies, but butterflies are occasional visitors. Supports a relatively small number of insects.

*Not a reliable means of orientation, please use an actual magnetic compass.