Blackfoot Daisy

Melampodium Leucanthum

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Overview

Blackfoot Daisy (Melampodium leucanthum) thrives in arid conditions, suitable for xeriscaping. This perennial boasts white petals with sunny yellow centers, blooming March-November. Ideal in full sun, it's drought-tolerant and requires well-drained soil. Maturing at 6-12 inches tall and wide, it's perfect for rock gardens or borders. Hardy in zones 5-10, it attracts pollinators while resisting deer. Minimal pruning promotes vibrant growth.

Sun Full, HalfWater LowZones 5–11Climate Arid

Blackfoot Daisy (Melampodium Leucanthum) — Blackfoot Daisy (Melampodium leucanthum) thrives in arid conditions, suitable for xeriscaping

Blackfoot Daisy (Melampodium Leucanthum) — Blackfoot Daisy (Melampodium leucanthum) thrives in arid conditions, suitable for xeriscaping

Blackfoot Daisy (Melampodium Leucanthum) — Ideal in full sun, it's drought-tolerant and requires well-drained soil

Blackfoot Daisy (Melampodium Leucanthum) — Maturing at 6-12 inches tall and wide, it's perfect for rock gardens or borders

Blackfoot Daisy (Melampodium Leucanthum) — Hardy in zones 5-10, it attracts pollinators while resisting deer

Blackfoot Daisy (Melampodium Leucanthum) — Minimal pruning promotes vibrant growth

Blackfoot Daisy (Melampodium Leucanthum) — is a resilient perennial that is a quintessential addition to any xeriscape design or rock garden

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Low
USDA zones: 5–11

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Asteraceae
Climate: Arid

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Blackfoot Daisy (Melampodium Leucanthum) — This perennial boasts white petals with sunny yellow centers, blooming March-November

Blackfoot Daisy (Melampodium Leucanthum) — Blackfoot Daisy (Melampodium leucanthum) thrives in arid conditions, suitable for xeriscaping

Blackfoot Daisy (Melampodium Leucanthum) — Ideal in full sun, it's drought-tolerant and requires well-drained soil

Blackfoot Daisy (Melampodium Leucanthum) — Maturing at 6-12 inches tall and wide, it's perfect for rock gardens or borders

Blackfoot Daisy (Melampodium Leucanthum) — Hardy in zones 5-10, it attracts pollinators while resisting deer

Blackfoot Daisy (Melampodium Leucanthum) — Minimal pruning promotes vibrant growth

Blackfoot Daisy (Melampodium Leucanthum) — is a resilient perennial that is a quintessential addition to any xeriscape design or rock garden

Blackfoot Daisy (Melampodium Leucanthum) — Hailing from the Southwestern United States and Northern Mexico

Blackfoot Daisy (Melampodium Leucanthum) — this durable plant thrives in USDA hardiness zones 5 through 10

Blackfoot Daisy (Melampodium Leucanthum) — demonstrating notable heat and drought tolerance.<br><br>With a compact growth habit

Blackfoot Daisy (Melampodium Leucanthum) — the Blackfoot Daisy reaches a mature size of about 6 to 12 inches in height and spreads 12 to 24 inches wide

Blackfoot Daisy (Melampodium Leucanthum) — providing a year-round backdrop of color

Blackfoot Daisy (Melampodium Leucanthum) — lance-shaped leaves create a delicate texture that complements its striking blossoms

Blackfoot Daisy (Melampodium Leucanthum) — From early spring through fall

Blackfoot Daisy (Melampodium Leucanthum) — the Blackfoot Daisy provides a profusion of daisy-like flowers

Blackfoot Daisy (Melampodium Leucanthum) — each featuring pure white petals surrounding sunny yellow centers

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