Arnica ovata
Arnica ovata
Arnica ovata is a mountain wildflower native to western North America, producing cheerful yellow daisy-like blooms in summer. It prefers cool, well-draining soils and thrives in rock gardens or naturalistic alpine plantings with moderate moisture. Arnica species have a long history of medicinal use and are best kept in outdoor naturalistic settings rather than indoors.
Care Level
Moderate
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
12″ – 48″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
18″
Watering Schedule
Every 7-10 Days • Water Moderately To Keep Soil Lightly Moist; Allow The Top Inch To Dry Between Waterings And Avoid Overwatering
Soil pH
6.4 – 8.5
Temperature
-40° – 95°F
Mature Spread
up to 36″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Medium
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
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