Long, thin, drooping yellow petals surround an upright greyish-brown cone in late summer on this native prairie plant. The bruised foliage of this native yellow coneflower (Ratibida pinnata) smells like anise, and the flowers are a favorite of bees. Plant the yellow coneflower in full sun, and water it just enough to establish a deep root system. Allow seeds to ripen and disperse naturally to provide for future generations in your garden.