Tall Boneset flowers attract a large variety of native bees, small butterflies, and skippers (illinoiswildflower.org). It is also the host plant for 32 species of butterflies and moths in our area (nwf.org). A great late-season bloomer for the landscape! Plus, mammals tend to avoid this plant, likely due to the bitter foliage.
Photo credit: Frank Mayfield
Tall Boneset flowers attract a large variety of native bees, small butterflies, and skippers (illinoiswildflower.org). It is also the host plant for 32 species of butterflies and moths in our area (nwf.org). A great late-season bloomer for the landscape! Plus, mammals tend to avoid this plant, likely due to the bitter foliage.
Photo credit: Frank Mayfield
Life Cycle: Perennial
Sun Exposure: Full--Partial shade
Soil Moisture: Medium/wet – Mediun/dry
Height: 3-4 feet
Plant Spacing: 1-2 feet
Bloom Time: August-October
Bloom Color: White
Advantages: Caterpillar Favorite, Pollinator Favorite, Deer Resistant
Host Plant: 32 species of butterflies and moths use this as a caterpillar host plant in our area (nwf.org)
