
Yellow owl's-clover
Orthocarpus luteus
Yellow owl's-clover is a charming annual wildflower native to western North American meadows, producing bright yellow blooms that attract pollinators throughout summer. It grows best in open, sunny to partly shaded areas with average moisture and well-drained soil. Ideal for wildflower meadow mixes, it is largely self-sustaining once established and requires little intervention.
Care Level
Moderate
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Fast
Mature Height
12″ – 48″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
8″
Flowers
yellow
Watering Schedule
Every 7-10 Days • Water Moderately, Allowing Soil To Dry Slightly Between Waterings
Soil pH
6 – 8.5
Temperature
-25° – 95°F
Mature Spread
up to 48″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Coarse
Propagation: Seed, Division, Cutting
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken Jul 27, 2021 by Peter Donaldson (cc-by-sa)
No nurseries currently have this species in stock.