Skeleton Leaf Goldeneye
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Viguiera stenoloba
Skeleton-leaf goldeneye is a shrub that grows on rocky ground from the Rio Grande Valley to the Edwards Plateau, west to the Trans-Pecos. It has dark green leaves that are skeletal in appearance, golden daisies, and a rounded growth habit. It is an attractive plant that can be grown as an ornamental shrub or sub-shrub. It can thrive in most well-drained sites in full sun and should be pruned regularly to maintain a dense, shrubby appearance. Although the plant is evergreen in its native habitat, it is only root-hardy farther north.
Skeleton-leaf goldeneye blooms intermittently throughout the summer and heavily in the fall. Its leaves are known to contain aromatic oils that discourage deer browsing. Additionally, the plant serves as a larval host for some butterfly species.
Nectar Source Plants: Common Checkered Skipper (Pyrgus communis), Gulf Fritillary (Dione vanillae), Large Wood Nymph (Cercyonis pegala), Monarch (Danaus plexippus), Texas crescentspot (Anthanassa texana), Zebra Longwing ( Heliconius charithonia)
Height: 1.5’-4’
Spread 2’-4’
Bloom: June-October
Light: Full Sun, Part Shade
Water: Low
Zone: 8, 9, 10, 11
Origin: Southwestern United States
Winter Shipping: We will continue to ship throughout winter. If you prefer, we are happy to hold your order until spring; please include that request in your shipping notes.
When you order plants from our nursery, you can expect them to arrive in the best possible condition. Our team carefully packs each order using sturdy, biodegradable packaging materials.
Your plants' appearance may vary depending on the season and their current growth stage. We may cut back the leafy growth of some plants to prepare them for shipment and transplanting.
5 Gallon and Up: Any plant purchased to ship over 5 Gallons will be shipped bare root. This means we will remove the plant from its original pot, remove the soil surrounding the roots, and wrap the roots with a biodegradable plastic bag. This reduces weight and the likelihood of damage during shipping.
Once your plants arrive, it is essential to plant them as soon as possible. This will help them rebound and thrive. If you cannot plant immediately, water regularly and keep the roots off heat-conducting surfaces.
Newly transplanted plants often require more water until their roots are well established. Plan to water them 1-3 times weekly for the first few months.
