Gregg's Mistflower

Gregg’s Mistflower

Conoclinium dissectum or Conoclinium greggii

Family- Aster

Central Texas Ecoregions- Not native to Central Texas, native more West to Chihuahuan Deserts & Southern Texas Plains

Light Requirements- Sun, Part Shade

Wildlife Benefit- Bees, Butterflies, Nectar Insects

Larval Host Plant- Rawson’s Metalmark

Bloom Time- March-November

Leaf Retention- Deciduous

Life Span- Perennial

Height- 1’- 2’

Width- .5’-1’

Native Habitat- Grassland, Woodland

Additional Information- This is a drought tolerant, long blooming, low maintenance butterfly magnet. It is especially attractive to Monarch and Queen butterflies. It spreads easily which can also make it an option for a tall ground cover. It can get leggy, especially while getting established, pruning can help with this. Wonderful addition to any butterfly garden.

Biodegradable Pots

Whenever possible KNP uses biodegradable pots. They are a great alternative to plastic pots.  The biodegradable pots can be planted directly into the ground, this reduces transplant shock which makes for happy plants!

Biodegradable Pot Size Information

Small- 4” Wide Top, 2.5” Wide Base, 3.75” Tall (Similar to Standard 4” Pot)

Medium- 5.25” Wide Top, 3.25” Wide Base, 5” Tall

Large- 7" Wide Top, 4.5" Wide Base, 6.125" Tall (Similar to Gallon Size Pot)