Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Asteraceae

Genus:

Pyrrocoma

Species:

Pyrrocoma lanceolata

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

1-2 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

jun, jul, aug, sep

Bloom Colors:

Yellow

Native Range

United States: California, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, North Dakota, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Wyoming, Canada: Alberta, Saskatchewan

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

well-drained, sandy or rocky soil

pH:

6.0 - 8.0 (neutral to slightly alkaline)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to open, dry habitats

Germination Information