Prairie Dock: the BEST Prairie Plant?

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[@adiposerex5150]

They are so attractive. Nothing has leaves this large nor flowers prettier. Have 4 of them.

[@TwoBarMaster]

The title should have been "Prairie Dock: the COOLEST Prairie Plant?" with that tidbit about the leaves. :)

[@TheConservationFoundation]

Ugh you're right! Missed opportunity.

[@DistortedApricot]

compass plant (also in genus silphium) also has leaves cool to the touch. Love both species the giants of the prairie