Yellow Meadowbeauty

At maturity, this species reaches approximately About 2-3 feet tall, presenting Lanceolate leaves with a smooth margin, opposite arrangement along with Bright yellow flowers with four petals and prominent stamens, followed by Capsule-like fruit containing multiple seeds. These features are supported by a reliable Fibrous root system, ensuring stability and sustained growth.

Native to Eastern United States, Yellow Meadowbeauty thrives in Wetlands, wet sandy or loamy soils, sunny locations at elevations around Primarily found at low elevations. Best suited for USDA Hardiness Zone 6-9. Whether grown indoor, in a curated garden or a more natural setting, its ecological requirements help maintain its vigor over time.

You can use our free plant identify app PlantPlants to chose the best spot for Yellow Meadowbeauty, This plant prefers Full sun to partial shade and flourishes in Moist, acidic soils (sandy or loamy) with a soil pH of about 5.0 6.5.

Yellow Meadowbeauty needs watering,Regular watering, particularly in dry spells, guided by PlantPlants app, You can get plants daily watering schedule. to maintain Prefers consistently moist soil, ensure steady hydration. Applying water through Ground watering or drip irrigation recommended supports even distribution and helps prevent overwatering or dryness.

Yellow Meadowbeauty performs best within 60 F 85 F. Its ideal growth occurs at around 70 F 75 F, though it tolerates ranges from Min 20 F, Max 95 F. Additionally, maintaining Prefers moderate to high humidity encourages healthy foliage and overall plant vigor.

Feeding with Balanced, water-soluble fertilizer at the recommended Seasonal Application Frequency on PlantPlants App keeps nutrients balanced. Incorporating Organic compost can be added to enhance soil quality enhances soil structure and fertility, while staying alert to Yellowing leaves may indicate nitrogen deficiency helps you adjust care as needed to maintain optimal plant health.

Regular attention ensures this plant’s beauty and longevity. Early spring before new growth for Light trimming to maintain shape and remove dead material tidies its appearance, while Every 2-3 years may be necessary as it grows, requiring a Increases by 1 size larger increase and a fresh Mix of peat-based potting soil and perlite for drainage. for Staking or Support. Generally does not require staking.

During Winter, growth may slow and some Leaves may remain through winter in mild climates can occur. For those looking to propagate, consider Seed propagation or division of clumps and provide Seed germinates best in warm, moist soil with light when starting from seed. If using cuttings, follow Root cuttings should be placed in damp, sterile medium to ensure successful rooting and healthy new plants.

our free plant identify and care app PlantPlants can help you diagnosisYellow Meadowbeauty problems.Though generally robust, keep watch for Aphids, spider mites and remain vigilant against Fungal leaf spots. Implementing Ensure good air circulation and avoid overhead watering and applying Insecticidal soap for pests; fungicides for fungi when issues arise will help sustain the plant thriving.

This plant pairs nicely with Joe Pye weed, Swamp milkweed and shows Not known to have significant allelopathic effects, making it a flexible choice for various Ideal for rain gardens, wetland restorations, and borders.

the Edible Parts: Flowers and young leaves. Toxicty of Yellow Meadowbeauty, Non-toxic. learning about its Flowers can be harvested in summer, Used in salads and as flavoring, and Contains vitamins A and C, and antioxidants can be intriguing for culinary explorers. Some traditions highlight its Traditionally used to treat various ailments; consult local herbalists for details or note its Attracts pollinators and contributes to wetland ecosystems.

With an Not assessed, proper Protection of wetlands and habitat restoration efforts