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Lateflowering Thoroughwort (Eupatrorium serotinum)
A naturalized hybrid that deer won't eat. Tolerates dry soils, and attracts many pollinators. Also good for outcompeting invasive species.
Summary
Classification: herbaceous perennial
Characteristics: spacious, mingle with tall native grasses
Habitat: grasslands, fields, borders
Wildlife Benefit: attracts butterflies, bees, pollinators
Bloom Period: September
Height: 4-5 ft
Tolerances: full sun to partial shade, very deer resistant
NOTE: naturalized to Long Island, they frequently hybridize.
Characteristics: spacious, mingle with tall native grasses
Habitat: grasslands, fields, borders
Wildlife Benefit: attracts butterflies, bees, pollinators
Bloom Period: September
Height: 4-5 ft
Tolerances: full sun to partial shade, very deer resistant
NOTE: naturalized to Long Island, they frequently hybridize.