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Tidytips

Layia Platyglossa

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Overview

Tidytips (Layia platyglossa) is a cheerful annual, native to California, showcasing bright yellow daisy-like flowers with distinct white tips. It reaches up to 12 inches in height and spreads approximately 12 inches wide. Thriving in full sun, it requires well-drained soil and is drought-tolerant once established. Blooming from spring to early summer, Tidytips adds a burst of color and attracts pollinators, making it a vibrant accent in wildflower gardens.

Sun FullWater Low, Very LowZones 3–10Type Annual
Tidytips (Layia Platyglossa) — Tidytips fit beautifully into a variety of landscape designs

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Low, Very Low
USDA zones
3–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Annual
Family
Asteraceae

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Layia Platyglossa
Layia Platyglossa

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