A native wildflower that brings life to the wettest spots in your yard.
Discoid Beggarticks is a native North American annual herb that thrives in damp, sunny areas. In a garden, this fast-growing plant is perfect for wet spots, marshes, or rain gardens where other plants might struggle. It grows between 0.3 and 1.5 meters tall, making it an excellent companion for other moisture-loving plants like swamp milkweed and joe pye weed.
Growing this plant is remarkably easy, provided you keep the soil consistently wet. It flourishes in full sun to partial shade and produces branching green or reddish stems with three-parted leaves. During the summer, it blooms with yellow-green flower heads that lack the wide, showy petals of typical daisies.
Though its flowers are subtle, this plant is a magnet for local bees and butterflies. After blooming, it develops small, barbed seed pods that hitch a ride on passing wildlife to spread to new areas. It is also completely non-toxic to both humans and pets, making it a safe choice for busy backyard habitats.