Varieties We Bring In
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We received some Cottony Goldenaster on Apr 13, 2026.
We bring this in seasonally, so what is on the lot changes week to week. A received date shows when it last came in, not that it is here today.
Call (904) 471-0440 to confirm this plant and size before you make the trip.
Last received Apr 13, 2026.
We bring this in seasonally, so what is on the lot changes week to week. A received date shows when it last came in, not that it is here today.
Call (904) 471-0440 to confirm this plant and size before you make the trip.
Pet toxicity: not on file, check before planting where pets chew
Pet safety guideAbout Cottony Goldenaster
A short-lived biennial to perennial wildflower of the southeastern coastal plain, characterized by woolly, cottony foliage and bright yellow composite daisy-like flower heads. Native to longleaf pine sandhills, coastal dunes, and Florida scrub, where it tolerates extremely harsh, dry, sandy conditions.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Fall
- Flower Color
- Yellow
- Growth Rate
- Moderate
- Foliage
- Semi-evergreen (short-lived perennial/biennial)
- Soil
- Sandy, Well-drained
Care essentials
Full sun is essential — this Florida scrub and sandhill native is adapted to open, unshaded habitats and declines rapidly in shade.
Extremely drought-tolerant; requires excellent drainage and thrives in the dry, infertile sandy soils of NE Florida. Overwatering or poor drainage will kill it. No supplemental irrigation needed once established.
Plant in dry, infertile sandy or coarse-grained soils with excellent drainage — mimicking its native longleaf pine sandhill and coastal dune habitat. Do not fertilize; rich soils are detrimental. Self-seeds, so allow some pods to mature for natural succession.
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Common questions
Is Cottony Goldenaster a good plant for St. Augustine?
Cottony Goldenaster is a perennial. Mature size: 1-2 feet × 1-2 feet. Light: Full Sun. Water needs: Low. Cottony Goldenaster is native to Florida. Recorded hardiness zone: 9a.