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Melampodium leucanthum

Blackfoot Daisy

Plant photo of: Melampodium leucanthum
Information by: Kathleen Moore        Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

Description

Small mounding perennial grows quickly to 1' x 2'. White daisylike flowers with yellow centers cover the plant nearly year-round The leaves are narrow and gray-green. Accepts full sun or partial shade but blooms better in the sun. Bright and colorful groundcover. Plant in well-drained soil. Native to the southwest U.S. and Mexico.

 

Plant Type

Perennial

Height Range

1-3'

Flower Color

White

Flower Season

Spring, Summer, Fall

Leaf Color

Grey Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

The best time of day to water is in the early morning when there is no wind or hot drying sun.