Description
Approximately 100-120 seeds.
At a Glance: Mule’s Ear is slow to get started, but once established will live for decades and be a rewarding garden producer. Highly attractive to pollinators, does well in sunny areas that drain well.
Leaves: The source of the plant name, the leaves are leathery and long (sometimes up to 20 inches!). Leaves arise from the base of the plant and are slightly fuzzy.
Flowers: Bright yellow sunflower light blooms. Each plant produces multiple blooms.
Growing Conditions:
| Sun/Shade Tolerance | Hydrology | Elevation Range |
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Sunny 100%-80%
Mostly Sunny 80%-60%
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Dry
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Low elevation
Mid elevation
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References:
MacKinnon, A., Pojar, J., & Alaback, P. B. (1994). Plants of the Pacific Northwest coast: Washington, Oregon, British Columbia & Alaska. Richmond, Wash: Lone Pine Publishing.
