Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Asteraceae

Genus:

Filago

Species:

Filago arvensis

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Annual

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

1-2 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

may, sep

Bloom Colors:

white

Native Range

United States: Idaho, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, New York, Oregon, South Dakota, Texas, Washington, Wyoming, Canada: British Columbia, Ontario, Saskatchewan

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

poor, sandy, well-drained soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

thrives in disturbed soils and open habitats