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Gutierrezia sarothrae

Matchweed, Snakeweed, Resinweed

Plant photo of: Gutierrezia sarothrae
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Information by: Mary Irish        Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

Description

Snakeweed grows in almost any climate and will establish quickly on disturbed soils. Grows in mounds to 2' x 2'. Yellow flowers will cover this plant in early fall. Leaves are thread-like and lime-green. They are resinous and flammable when dry. Snakeweed thrives with neglect, needing very little water attention to grow well. Great for erosion control. Accepts full sun. Native to the western US.

 

Plant Type

Shrub

Height Range

1-3'

Flower Color

Gold, Yellow

Flower Season

Fall

Leaf Color

Green, Light Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Poor

Soil pH

Neutral, Basic

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Woodland

Accenting Features

Unusual Foliage

Seasonal Interest

Fall

Location Uses

Parking Lot, Roadside, With Rocks

Special Uses

Erosion Control, Mass Planting, Naturalizing, Small Spaces

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Apply a 2" layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.

Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost, or aged sawdust.

Inorganic mulches such as gravel are also acceptable.