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Thymophylla pentachaeta

Golden Dogweed

Plant photo of: Thymophylla pentachaeta
Information by: Kathleen Moore        Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

Description

Annual that grows to 6" x 6". Bright green tiny needle like lacy leaves, bright yellow flowers resembling small daisies appear late spring to fall. Is short lived but will reeseed. Butterfly attractor providing nectar and for larvae especially the Daily Sulphur. Accepts full sun. Sow seeds in fall or plant from containers.

 

Plant Type

Annual

Height Range

Under 1'

Flower Color

Yellow

Flower Season

Winter, Spring, Fall, Intermittent

Leaf Color

Green, Light Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Poor, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral, Basic

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Ranch, Spanish, Wild Garden

Accenting Features

Fragrance, Showy Flowers, Unusual Foliage

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Summer, Fall

Location Uses

Perennial Border, Parking Strip, Patio, Swimming Pool, With Rocks

Special Uses

Erosion Control, Filler, Mass Planting, Naturalizing, Small Spaces

Attracts Wildlife

Butterflies

Water Saving Tip:

Group plants according to their water needs.

Creating separate zones for drought-tolerant plants, medium water-use plants, and water-thirsty grass will help prevent overwatering.