Yellow Coneflower

Ratibida pinnata

Yellow Coneflower, also know as Gray Headed Coneflower, is an Endangered species in Pennsylvania. I’ve observed many of our native birds and insects visiting them. This makes for a Goldfinch haven! With its bright yellow flowers, it provides as a popular feeding spot for native bees and butterflies, including Monarchs. Yellow Coneflowers will usually reach 3-4 ft. in full sun and perhaps a bit taller in partial sun. In the wild, it’s often found in prairies, open woodlands or roadsides. This is a host plant to the Silvery Checkerspot butterfly!