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Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in hot tap water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: cold stratify for 60 days

Germination: sow seed 1/8" deep , tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Other: Seed will germinate in 30-90 days.

Smallanthus uvedaliaSmallanthus uvedalia

Bear's Foot, Hairy Leafcup

In Stock: 0.25 lb (Total:0.25lb)

Smallanthus uvedalia

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Germination:

45%

Germination test:

Cut (Full Seed)

Purity:

99%

Seeds per lb:

11,039

Quantity:

0.25 lb

Collected in:

Kentucky

Crop year:

2024

Min. hardiness zone:

Item ID:

1835923

Native to: Alabama, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, West Virginia

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Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in hot tap water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: cold stratify for 60 days

Germination: sow seed 1/8" deep , tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Other: Seed will germinate in 30-90 days.

Discover the captivating beauty of Smallanthus uvedalius, commonly known as Bear's Foot or Hairy Leafcup. This native herbaceous perennial from the Asteraceae family flourishes across eastern and central USA, though it's becoming rare in some regions. Thriving in woodland edges, meadows, and open woods, Bear’s Foot adds vibrant allure to any landscape.

In mid-summer through early fall, this hardy plant showcases clusters of bright yellow flowers that attract diverse pollinators, enhancing your garden’s ecosystem. Its distinctive lobed leaves, shaped like a bear’s foot, cup the sturdy stem, lending it the name hairy leafcup. Adaptable to various well-drained soils, it thrives in sun to partial shade and grows up to 3-8 feet tall, making it ideal for back borders, fences, or naturalized settings without aggressive spreading.

Bear’s Foot’s unique composite flowers feature both ray and disk flowers, creating an intricate bloom of beauty. Not only does it add vertical interest, but the hollow stems also provide winter refuge for native bees. Consider staking taller plants to protect them from strong winds, ensuring they stand tall and proud. Immerse your landscape in the delightful, resinous aroma and the visual feast of this remarkable species, perfect for those who value biodiversity and nature’s elegance.