
Hoary pincushion
Chaenactis douglasii
Hoary pincushion is a low-growing native wildflower of the western United States, perfectly adapted to dry, rocky, or sandy soils with excellent drainage and full sun exposure. It produces cheerful white to pinkish pincushion-style flower heads that attract native pollinators and requires very little supplemental watering once established. This plant is ideal for xeriscape gardens, native meadow restorations, and rocky slopes where few other plants thrive.
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
120″ – 360″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
18″
Flowers
mixed
Watering Schedule
Every 10-14 Days • Water Sparingly; Allow Soil To Dry Completely Between Waterings As This Plant Is Adapted To Arid And Semi-Arid Conditions
Soil pH
5.8 – 7
Temperature
-20° – 110°F
Mature Spread
up to 180″
Root Depth
Deep
Foliage
Medium
Propagation: Seed
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken Jun 18, 2022 by Chris Kantarian (cc-by-sa)
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