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Calylophus hartwegii

Sundrops, Desert Sundrops

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Information by:         Photographer: Susan Frommer

 

Description

This low-growing perennial grows 2' x 3' and has woody stems with bright green leaves. It produces large, lemon yellow flowers that are up to 4" across and bloom spring through summer.

 

Plant Type

Shrub, Ground cover, Perennial

Height Range

Under 1'

Flower Color

Yellow

Flower Season

Spring, Summer, Fall

Leaf Color

Light Green

Bark Color

Brown

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Use multiple cycles of irrigation on watering days. Most sprinklers deliver water faster than soils can absorb it.

By breaking up the watering time into smaller segments, runoff can be greatly reduced.