Tridens flavus - Purple Top

Purple Top prefers partial shade and drier soils. It is the larval host for the Cross-line skipper, Broad-winged skipper, Little Glassywing skipper and the Large Wood Nymph.

The "Purple Top" reaches its peak in late summer to early fall and turns brown later in the season. This perennial reaches heights anywhere from 3 to 6 feet.

How To Plant Purple Top Seeds:

Direct sow seeds into prepared soil in late fall once soil temps are below 50 degrees (usually mid to late November). Can also be planted in winter during natural freeze/thaw cycles and early spring. Plant shallow, no deeper than 1/8 to 1/4 inch deep and lightly rake to work seed in. Plant in full sun to partial shade. Can take 3 growing seasons to fully establish. 

Seed Info

Seed Envelopes contain approximately 0.02 ounces of seed and cover about 5 to 10 square feet. 

PLS=Pure Live Seed

Pure Live Seed is a measure of viable seed stated as a percentage. It is the product of total germination times purity.

Example: 96% Germination x 93% Purity = 89% PLS

All of our native warm season grasses and seed mixes are sold PLS.

Product Details

Flower Color: Purple

Height: 3 to 6 Feet

Light Requirements: Partial Shade

Soil Hydrology: Dry to Mesic Soils

Bloom Time: August through November

Plant Type: Perennial

Stratification: Cold Moist (CM) 60 Days

Attracts: Butterflies

Host Plant: Cross-line skipper, Broad-winged skipper, Little Glassywing skipper, Large Wood Nymph

Product Code: TRI04G