Hairy Gumweed

Grindelia Hirsutula

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Overview

Hairy Gumweed (Grindelia hirsutula) is an herbaceous perennial, flourishing in USDA Zones 4-8. It boasts yellow daisy-like flowers, which bloom late spring through summer, atop sticky, hairy stems, reaching heights of 1-2 feet and spreading up to 18 inches wide. Preferring full sun and well-drained soils, it's drought-tolerant and excellent for xeriscapes. Attracts pollinators while adding vibrant color and texture to rock gardens and wildflower meadows.

Sun Full, HalfWater Low, Very LowZones 9–10Climate Mediterranean

Hairy Gumweed (Grindelia Hirsutula) — Hairy Gumweed (Grindelia hirsutula) is an herbaceous perennial, flourishing in USDA Zones 4-8

Hairy Gumweed (Grindelia Hirsutula) — It boasts yellow daisy-like flowers

Hairy Gumweed (Grindelia Hirsutula) — which bloom late spring through summer

Hairy Gumweed (Grindelia Hirsutula) — Preferring full sun and well-drained soils, it's drought-tolerant and excellent for xeriscapes

Hairy Gumweed (Grindelia Hirsutula) — reaching heights of 1-2 feet and spreading up to 18 inches wide

Hairy Gumweed (Grindelia Hirsutula) — commonly referred to as Hairy Gumweed

Hairy Gumweed (Grindelia Hirsutula) — Attracts pollinators while adding vibrant color and texture to rock gardens and wildflower meadows

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Low, Very Low
USDA zones: 9–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Asteraceae
Climate: Mediterranean

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Hairy Gumweed (Grindelia Hirsutula) — Hairy Gumweed (Grindelia hirsutula) is an herbaceous perennial, flourishing in USDA Zones 4-8

Hairy Gumweed (Grindelia Hirsutula) — It boasts yellow daisy-like flowers

Hairy Gumweed (Grindelia Hirsutula) — which bloom late spring through summer

Hairy Gumweed (Grindelia Hirsutula) — Preferring full sun and well-drained soils, it's drought-tolerant and excellent for xeriscapes

Hairy Gumweed (Grindelia Hirsutula) — reaching heights of 1-2 feet and spreading up to 18 inches wide

Hairy Gumweed (Grindelia Hirsutula) — commonly referred to as Hairy Gumweed

Hairy Gumweed (Grindelia Hirsutula) — Attracts pollinators while adding vibrant color and texture to rock gardens and wildflower meadows

Hairy Gumweed (Grindelia Hirsutula) — Originating from the western United States

Hairy Gumweed (Grindelia Hirsutula) — is a captivating perennial plant that brings a touch of native charm to any landscape design

Hairy Gumweed (Grindelia Hirsutula) — creating a bushy silhouette

Hairy Gumweed (Grindelia Hirsutula) — it flourishes in USDA hardiness zones 6 through 10

Hairy Gumweed (Grindelia Hirsutula) — Its stems are characteristically robust

Hairy Gumweed (Grindelia Hirsutula) — supporting a profusion of bright yellow

Hairy Gumweed (Grindelia Hirsutula) — measuring 2 to 3 inches across

Hairy Gumweed (Grindelia Hirsutula) — daisy-like flowers which bloom from late spring into early fall

Hairy Gumweed (Grindelia Hirsutula) — are a delightful attraction for local pollinators

Hairy Gumweed (Grindelia Hirsutula) — such as bees and butterflies

Hairy Gumweed (Grindelia Hirsutula) — being arrow-shaped with a distinctive

Hairy Gumweed (Grindelia Hirsutula) — and covered with small hairs that give the plant its common name

Hairy Gumweed (Grindelia Hirsutula) — These leaves can grow up to 4 inches long and add a rugged texture to the foliage.<br><br>For optimal growth

Hairy Gumweed (Grindelia Hirsutula) — Grindelia hirsutula prefers well-drained soil and thrives in full sun

Hairy Gumweed (Grindelia Hirsutula) — adapting well to dry conditions once established

Hairy Gumweed (Grindelia Hirsutula) — thus requiring minimal irrigation

Hairy Gumweed (Grindelia Hirsutula) — This low-maintenance aspect

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