Looking for the tall, quiet type? Then this member of the aster family is for you! Prairie Indian Plantain quickly grows to an impressive three to four feet in the spring and shows off its subtler beauty with a loose cluster of small greenish-white flowers that typically span three to ten inches across. This gentle giant is easily recognizable by its stout central stem that boasts conspicuous red longitudinal veins and unique, rubbery leaves. Let the long-lasting summer blooms transition to seed and more are bound to join the garden party the following year.
Conditions: Full to part sun; moist, slightly rich soils
Size: 3’-4’ tall
Zone: 4 - 9
Wildlife Value: Flower attract various pollinators, including beetles, moths, and butterflies
Photo: Sonnia Hill