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Puget Sound Gumweed

Grindelia Integrifolia

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Overview

The Puget Sound Gumweed, or Grindelia integrifolia, is a hardy perennial native to the Pacific Northwest. It flourishes in full sun and requires well-drained soil, growing up to 3 feet tall. This robust plant boasts bright yellow daisy-like flowers from late summer to fall, attracting pollinators. Its gummy-resin coated buds give it a distinctive appearance, making it a unique addition to xeriscape or coastal garden designs.

Sun Full, HalfWater Low, Very LowZones 5–10Type Perennial
Puget Sound Gumweed (Grindelia Integrifolia) — commonly referred to as the Puget Sound gumweed
Puget Sound Gumweed (Grindelia Integrifolia) — its water requirements are moderatePuget Sound Gumweed (Grindelia Integrifolia) — historically has medicinal applications.<br><br>Well-adapted to a variety of soil typesPuget Sound Gumweed (Grindelia Integrifolia) — making it a unique addition to xeriscape or coastal garden designsPuget Sound Gumweed (Grindelia Integrifolia) — Its gummy-resin coated buds give it a distinctive appearancePuget Sound Gumweed (Grindelia Integrifolia) — this species thrives in USDA hardiness zones 6 through 9Puget Sound Gumweed (Grindelia Integrifolia) — Renowned for its resilience and ornamental appeal+38

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low, Very Low
USDA zones
5–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Perennial
Family
Asteraceae

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Puget Sound Gumweed (Grindelia Integrifolia) — commonly referred to as the Puget Sound gumweed
Puget Sound Gumweed (Grindelia Integrifolia) — its water requirements are moderate
Puget Sound Gumweed (Grindelia Integrifolia) — historically has medicinal applications.<br><br>Well-adapted to a variety of soil types
Puget Sound Gumweed (Grindelia Integrifolia) — making it a unique addition to xeriscape or coastal garden designs
Puget Sound Gumweed (Grindelia Integrifolia) — Its gummy-resin coated buds give it a distinctive appearance
Puget Sound Gumweed (Grindelia Integrifolia) — this species thrives in USDA hardiness zones 6 through 9
Puget Sound Gumweed (Grindelia Integrifolia) — Renowned for its resilience and ornamental appeal
Puget Sound Gumweed (Grindelia Integrifolia) — It flourishes in full sun and requires well-drained soil, growing up to 3 feet tall
Puget Sound Gumweed (Grindelia Integrifolia) — known for its sticky texture
Puget Sound Gumweed (Grindelia Integrifolia) — The foliage provides a lush backdrop for the plant's distinctive yellow flowers
Puget Sound Gumweed (Grindelia Integrifolia) — is a robust perennial herb native to North America's Pacific Northwest region
Puget Sound Gumweed (Grindelia Integrifolia) — featuring numerous ray florets that encircle a resinous
Puget Sound Gumweed (Grindelia Integrifolia) — which come to life in the late summer and early fall months
Puget Sound Gumweed (Grindelia Integrifolia) — radiating a deep green hue
Puget Sound Gumweed (Grindelia Integrifolia) — the Puget Sound gumweed typically reaches a mature height of 2 to 4 feet with a similar spread
Puget Sound Gumweed (Grindelia Integrifolia) — This robust plant boasts bright yellow daisy-like flowers from late summer to fall, attracting pollinators
Puget Sound Gumweed (Grindelia Integrifolia) — making it an excellent choice for a plethora of garden environments.<br><br>Characterized by its sturdy stalks
Puget Sound Gumweed (Grindelia Integrifolia) — Its stems are adorned with dense
Puget Sound Gumweed (Grindelia Integrifolia) — but the plant can endure short periods of drought
Puget Sound Gumweed (Grindelia Integrifolia) — Each flower head measures 1 to 2 inches across
Puget Sound Gumweed (Grindelia Integrifolia) — Grindelia integrifolia demands full sun exposure to flourish and prefers well-draining soils
Puget Sound Gumweed (Grindelia Integrifolia) — as its blossoms attract a host of bees and butterflies
Puget Sound Gumweed (Grindelia Integrifolia) — It's an enticing choice for pollinator-friendly gardens
Puget Sound Gumweed (Grindelia Integrifolia) — The Puget Sound Gumweed, or Grindelia integrifolia, is a hardy perennial native to the Pacific Northwest

Photograph: Walter Siegmund (talk), CC BY-SA 3.0 · source

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