Coreopsis lanceolata (Sand Coreopsis) Great Lakes Shoreline Warrior Plants black oak savanna/barrens

black oak savanna/barrens

Quercus velutina (Black Oak) is a common oak of the Chicago area and is typically found in woodlands

abundant forbs for pollinators

Drummond’s Aster can be found in mesic to dry-mesic soils typically in savannas and many woodlands

It is a popular choice among pollinators

Coreopsis lanceolata (Sand Coreopsis) Great Lakes Shoreline Warrior Plants black oak savanna/barrensTypically found in prairies and savannas, Sand Coreopsis thrives in dry mesic to dry soils. Brilliant yellow daisy flowers with lobed petals are held erect above clumps of narrow green leaves and bloom all summer. It may spread freely by seed. A favorite of pollinators, it is also the larval host for a few moths. Sun Exposure Prairie Savanna Soil Conditions Mesic, Dry Mesic, Dry Height 1' Flower Color Yellow Flower Time July August Frequently Asked