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Blackfoot Daisy
Melampodium leucanthum
Pronunciation: mel-am-POH-dee-um lew-KAN-thum
SKU #05853
LIGHT:
Full sun
WATER:
Once established, water if very dry.
SIZE:
Slow growing; reaches 12 to 18 in. tall and wide.
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| Description | A rugged, heat and drought tolerant native - a superb choice for low-water wildflower gardens and arid xeric gardens. White, yellow-centered, honey-scented daisies cover the mound of grey-green foliage throughout an extensive bloom period, given moderate summer moisture. An herbaceous perennial. |
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| Bloom Time | Early spring to fall |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Waterwise, North American Native, Attracts Pollinators |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Drought Tolerant |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Flower Attributes | Fragrant, Long Bloom Season, Showy Flowers |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Edging |
| Flower Color | White |
| Foliage Color | Gray-green |
| Companion Plants | Feather Reed Grass (Calamagrostis); Blanket Flower (Gaillardia); Penstemon (Penstemon); Austrian Pine (Pinus nigra); Gaura (Gaura) |
| Care Instructions | Thrives in lean, sandy, well-drained soil; benefits from a gravel mulch. Water regularly in first growing season to establish root system. Once established, reduce frequency; blooms best with periodic water but tolerates drought. Avoid excess winter moisture. Fertilizer in early spring. Lightly prune spent flowers to encourage prolific bloom. |
Details
| Description | A rugged, heat and drought tolerant native - a superb choice for low-water wildflower gardens and arid xeric gardens. White, yellow-centered, honey-scented daisies cover the mound of grey-green foliage throughout an extensive bloom period, given moderate summer moisture. An herbaceous perennial. |
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| Bloom Time | Early spring to fall |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Waterwise, North American Native, Attracts Pollinators |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Drought Tolerant |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Flower Attributes | Fragrant, Long Bloom Season, Showy Flowers |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Edging |
|---|---|
| Flower Color | White |
| Foliage Color | Gray-green |
| Companion Plants | Feather Reed Grass (Calamagrostis); Blanket Flower (Gaillardia); Penstemon (Penstemon); Austrian Pine (Pinus nigra); Gaura (Gaura) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Thrives in lean, sandy, well-drained soil; benefits from a gravel mulch. Water regularly in first growing season to establish root system. Once established, reduce frequency; blooms best with periodic water but tolerates drought. Avoid excess winter moisture. Fertilizer in early spring. Lightly prune spent flowers to encourage prolific bloom. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Blackfoot Daisy produce flowers?
Early spring to fall
Is Blackfoot Daisy evergreen or deciduous?
Blackfoot Daisy is Herbaceous.
What are the special features of Blackfoot Daisy?
Blackfoot Daisy is Easy Care, Waterwise, North American Native, Attracts Pollinators.
Is Blackfoot Daisy resistant to pests or animals?
Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Drought Tolerant
How fast does Blackfoot Daisy grow?
Blackfoot Daisy has a Slow growth rate.
Where can I use Blackfoot Daisy in my landscape?
Blackfoot Daisy is suitable for: Border, Container, Edging.
What color are Blackfoot Daisy flowers?
Blackfoot Daisy produces White flowers.
What color is the foliage of Blackfoot Daisy?
Blackfoot Daisy has Gray-green foliage.
What plants grow well with Blackfoot Daisy?
Good companion plants for Blackfoot Daisy include: Feather Reed Grass (Calamagrostis); Blanket Flower (Gaillardia); Penstemon (Penstemon); Austrian Pine (Pinus nigra); Gaura (Gaura).
How do I care for Blackfoot Daisy?
Thrives in lean, sandy, well-drained soil; benefits from a gravel mulch. Water regularly in first growing season to establish root system. Once established, reduce frequency; blooms best with periodic water but tolerates drought. Avoid excess winter moisture. Fertilizer in early spring. Lightly prune spent flowers to encourage prolific bloom.
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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.