Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Amaranthaceae

Genus:

Bassia

Species:

Bassia prostrata

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Subshrub

Height:

1-2 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

jun, jul, aug, sep, oct, nov

Ground Cover:

Yes

Native Range

United States: Arizona, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, New Mexico, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Wyoming

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil

pH:

6.5 - 8.5 (neutral to slightly alkaline)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

adapted to arid and semi-arid regions

Germination Information