Soft Goldenaster
Bradburia pilosa
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
full sun
Water
low
Size
12"–36" H × 12"–24" W
Bloom
Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
Native to
AR, KS, LA, MO and 5 more states
Pollinators
bees, butterflies, beetles
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Soft goldenaster is a compact native perennial that produces masses of bright yellow daisy-like flowers from summer through fall. This drought-tolerant plant forms neat clumps and requires minimal care once established, making it an excellent choice for sunny borders and natural landscapes.
In an HOA neighborhood
Soft Goldenaster is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 4 out of 5.
Works well in: front yard, foundation, street edge, mid zone.
Wildlife value
The long blooming period provides nectar for bees, butterflies, and beneficial beetles from July through October. This plant is particularly valuable for late-season pollinators when many other flowers have finished blooming.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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