Woollyleaf Bur Ragweed

At maturity, this species reaches approximately 1-3 feet tall, presenting Broad, lobed, and woolly leaves along with Greenish-yellow flower heads, clusters at the end of branches, followed by Small, bur-like achenes. These features are supported by a reliable Deep taproot, ensuring stability and sustained growth.

Native to Native to North America, Woollyleaf Bur Ragweed thrives in Dry, disturbed areas, prairies, and roadsides at elevations around Low to moderate elevations, typically below 6,000 feet. Best suited for USDA Hardiness Zone 5-9. 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 Woollyleaf Bur Ragweed, This plant prefers Full sun to partial shade and flourishes in Well-drained sandy or loamy soils with a soil pH of about 6.0 7.5.

Woollyleaf Bur Ragweed needs watering,Moderate watering; prefers drier conditions, guided by PlantPlants app, You can get plants daily watering schedule. to maintain Prefers dry to moderately dry soil, ensure steady hydration. Applying water through Drip irrigation preferred; avoid waterlogging supports even distribution and helps prevent overwatering or dryness.

Woollyleaf Bur Ragweed performs best within Can tolerate a wide range, prefers warm temperatures. Its ideal growth occurs at around 70-85 F (21-29 C), though it tolerates ranges from Minimum 20 F (-6 C), Maximum 100 F (38 C). Additionally, maintaining Low to moderate humidity encourages healthy foliage and overall plant vigor.

Feeding with Balanced fertilizer at the recommended Seasonal Application Frequency on PlantPlants App keeps nutrients balanced. Incorporating Compost or well-rotted manure enhances soil structure and fertility, while staying alert to Yellowing leaves helps you adjust care as needed to maintain optimal plant health.

Regular attention ensures this plant’s beauty and longevity. Late fall or early winter for Cut back to the ground tidies its appearance, while Not applicable for wild populations; container plants every 1-2 years may be necessary as it grows, requiring a Increase pot size by 2 inches increase and a fresh Standard potting mix with added perlite for drainage. for Staking or Support. Generally does not require support.

During Late fall through early spring, growth may slow and some Leaves may yellow and die back in winter can occur. For those looking to propagate, consider Seed propagation is most common and provide Requires warm temperatures and light for germination when starting from seed. If using cuttings, follow Not typically propagated by cuttings to ensure successful rooting and healthy new plants.

our free plant identify and care app PlantPlants can help you diagnosisWoollyleaf Bur Ragweed problems.Though generally robust, keep watch for Aphids, spider mites and remain vigilant against Fungal infections in overly wet conditions. Implementing Proper spacing for airflow and avoiding waterlogging and applying Insecticidal soap for pests; fungicide for diseases when issues arise will help sustain the plant thriving.

This plant pairs nicely with Other native prairie plants and shows Can inhibit the growth of some species due to allelochemicals, making it a flexible choice for various Wildflower gardens, prairie restorations.

the Edible Parts: None; seeds are not typically consumed. Toxicty of Woollyleaf Bur Ragweed, Considered toxic; can cause allergic reactions. learning about its Not harvested for culinary uses, Not traditionally used in cooking, and Not applicable; generally avoided due to toxicity can be intriguing for culinary explorers. Some traditions highlight its Traditionally used by some Indigenous cultures, though caution is advised or note its N/A.

With an Not assessed, proper Habitat preservation, preventing overgrazing