Water
Water regularly to maintain consistently moist soil, especially during dry periods. Avoid waterlogged conditions, as this can lead to root rot.
Check the soil moisture with your finger; if the top few centimeters are dry, it's time to water.
Also known as Common Goldentop · Flat Goldentop · Flat-Top Fragrant Goldenrod
Flat-Top Goldentop (Euthamia graminifolia) is a native perennial herb with clusters of small yellow flowers, thriving in moist meadows and along waterways. It's a valuabl
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun
100% intensity
Prefers at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily.
Regular
50% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist, but not waterlogged.
Moist to wet, well-drained
50% intensity
Hardy
25% intensity
Prefers moderate temperatures, thrives in USDA zones 3-7.
Low
25% intensity
Fertilize sparingly in spring; not a heavy feeder.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly to maintain consistently moist soil, especially during dry periods. Avoid waterlogged conditions, as this can lead to root rot.
Check the soil moisture with your finger; if the top few centimeters are dry, it's time to water.
Deadhead spent flowers to encourage further blooming and prevent self-seeding, though this is often not necessary. Cut back the plant in late fall or early spring to about 10-15 cm above the ground to promote vigorous new growth.
Propagate by division in early spring or fall. Simply dig up the established clump and carefully separate it into smaller sections, each with roots and shoots. Replant immediately in prepared soil.
Euthamia graminifolia is a perennial that spreads and may need dividing every 2-3 years. Repotting is typically done through division rather than moving to a larger container.
If container-grown and root-bound, repot into a slightly larger container in spring.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Flat-Top Goldentop (Euthamia graminifolia)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Asterales |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Genus | Euthamia |
| Species | Euthamia graminifolia |
Similar in genus Euthamia
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