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
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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.
Common questions
- How much sun does Soft Goldenaster need?
- Soft Goldenaster grows best in full sun conditions.
- When does Soft Goldenaster bloom?
- Soft Goldenaster blooms in July, August, September, and October.
- Where is Soft Goldenaster native?
- Soft Goldenaster (Bradburia pilosa) is native to AR, KS, LA, MO and 5 more states, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.
- What pollinators does Soft Goldenaster attract?
- Soft Goldenaster draws bees, butterflies, and beetles.
- Is Soft Goldenaster HOA-friendly?
- Soft Goldenaster is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with low maintenance.
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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