1999 Perennial Plant of the Year

Hardiness: Grows in USDA Hardiness Zones 3-9

Light: Full sun to light shade

Soil: Well-drained consistently moist garden soil

Uses: Mass in borders with ornamental grasses and other late blooming perennials. Excellent in meadow gardens, supplying nectar for butterflies and seeds for birds.

Unique Qualities: A bold, mid-summer blooming perennial with golden-yellow flowers. Blooms from July to October on 18 to 30-inch sturdy stems. Easy to grow. Good winter effect. Long-lasting cut flower.

Planting Information: Container grown plants may be planted at any time during the growing season. Plants should be planted at the same depth as they were in the pots. Space 18 inches apart. Water well until plants are.