Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Asteraceae

Genus:

Shinnersoseris

Species:

Shinnersoseris rostrata

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Annual

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

3-4 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

jul, aug, sep

Bloom Colors:

White, Purple, Violet

Native Range

United States: Colorado, Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota, North Dakota, Nebraska, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Texas, Utah, Wyoming, Canada: Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil

pH:

6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to arid regions; prefers open, sunny areas