Thymophylla tenuiloba (Dahlberg Daisy)
Bristleleaf Pricklyleaf, Dahlberg Daisy, Golden Fleece, Shooting Star, Dyssodia tenuiloba
Blooming over a long season, Thymophylla tenuiloba (Dahlberg Daisy) is an upright to spreading, short-lived perennial often grown as an annual. From early summer to early fall, it boasts a profusion of small, yellow daisy-like flowers, 1/2 in. across (1 cm). The brilliant flowers are borne atop the aromatic foliage of finely divided leaves. Heat-loving and drought tolerant, this native from Texas to Florida is a great choice for edging, borders, rock gardens or as a ground cover.
- Grows up to 6-12 in. tall and wide (15-30 cm). May self-seed in the garden if happy.
- Performs best in full sun in dry to medium, well-drained soils. Thrives in sandy soils with excellent drainage. Drought tolerant.
- Perfect for sunny borders, rock gardens, containers or as a ground cover.
- No serious pest or disease issues. Root rot may occur in poorly-drained soils.
- Deadhead spent flowers to promote new blooms.
- Sow seed directly in garden areas 1-2 weeks before the last frost date for bloom four months later. Start seed indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost date for earlier bloom.
- Native from Texas to Florida, and Mexico.
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Requirements
Hardiness | 9
– 11 |
---|---|
Climate Zones | 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23 |
Plant Type | Annuals, Perennials |
Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest |
Summer (Early,Mid,Late) Fall |
Height | 6" – 1' (15cm – 30cm) |
Spread | 6" – 1' (15cm – 30cm) |
Spacing | 12" (30cm) |
Water Needs | Low, Average |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Fragrant, Showy |
Native Plants | United States, Northeast, Massachusetts, Southeast, Alabama, Florida, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Southwest, Texas |
Tolerance | Drought, Dry Soil, Rocky Soil |
Attracts | Bees, Butterflies |
Garden Uses | Edging, Ground Covers, Patio and Containers |
Garden Styles | Gravel and Rock Garden, Informal and Cottage, Prairie and Meadow |
Forest and Kim Starr, Flickr, Shutterstock
While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.
Requirements
Hardiness | 9
– 11 |
---|---|
Climate Zones | 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23 |
Plant Type | Annuals, Perennials |
Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest |
Summer (Early,Mid,Late) Fall |
Height | 6" – 1' (15cm – 30cm) |
Spread | 6" – 1' (15cm – 30cm) |
Spacing | 12" (30cm) |
Water Needs | Low, Average |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Fragrant, Showy |
Native Plants | United States, Northeast, Massachusetts, Southeast, Alabama, Florida, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Southwest, Texas |
Tolerance | Drought, Dry Soil, Rocky Soil |
Attracts | Bees, Butterflies |
Garden Uses | Edging, Ground Covers, Patio and Containers |
Garden Styles | Gravel and Rock Garden, Informal and Cottage, Prairie and Meadow |