Cowpen Daisy (Verbesina Encelioides) is a annual herb in the Asteraceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 7-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Verbesina encelioides is a fast-growing annual herbaceous plant native to North America, known for its bright yellow, sunflower-like blooms and distinctive flattened seeds.

Cowpen Daisy

Cowpen Daisy

Verbesina Encelioides

Verbesina encelioides is a fast-growing annual herbaceous plant native to North America, known for its bright yellow, sunflower-like blooms and distinctive flattened seeds.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
annual
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
7-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, gravelly
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, pollinator attractor, erosion control

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Cowpen Daisy

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Asteraceae
Genus:Verbesina