Sidneya tenuifolia (Skeleton-leaf Goldeneye) Size:4" butterflies Host plant Ottoe Skipper

butterflies Host plant Ottoe Skipper

The Mourning Cloak and Question Mark butterflies use Cedar Elm for larval food

cut the seed stalks before maturing

Desert Willow is a small tree with a big personality

Texas native Yes Water use Low Sun exposure Full sun to part shade Bloom color Pink

Sidneya tenuifolia (Skeleton-leaf Goldeneye) Size:4" butterflies Host plant Ottoe SkipperSynonym: Viguiera stenoloba. Skeleton leaf Goldeneye is a very drought tolerant shrubby perennial with daisy like yellow flowers. It blooms from summer until the first frost and does best in full sun and dry sites. It needs well draining soil. Skeleton leaf Goldeneye appreciates supplemental water in the summer, but once established it is very drought tolerant. It is also deer resistant. Deadhead spent flowers to keep it tidy and encourage more