Yellow salsify
Tragopogon dubius
Yellow salsify is a robust, easy-care wildflower that thrives in open, sunny spots with well-drained or even poor soils, making it ideal for naturalized or low-maintenance garden areas. It produces showy yellow dandelion-like blooms that attract pollinators, followed by large ornamental seed heads. Once established it requires minimal watering and care, though deadheading can prevent it from spreading beyond desired areas.
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Sun
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Fast
Mature Height
6″ – 36″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
12″
Flowers
yellow
Watering Schedule
Every 10-14 Days • Water Deeply But Infrequently; Allow Soil To Dry Between Waterings
Soil pH
6.5 – 7.5
Temperature
-40° – 85°F
Mature Spread
up to 24″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Fine
Propagation: Seed, Cutting
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken Jun 2, 2017 by Cruz Fer (cc-by-sa)
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