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Cup Plant
(Silphium perfoliatum)

Large leaves attach directly to the stem of the plant forming a “cup” that holds water and attracts birds. This is the most moisture loving of the silphiums but will tolerate dry conditions.

Height Min

36

Height Max

120

Color

Yellow

Bloom Months

Jul, Aug, Sep

Moisture Conditions

Medium, Moist, Wet

Soil Types

Clay, Loam, Sand

Light Conditions

Partial Sun, Sun