Blackfoot Daisy Melampodium leucanthum A good choice for borders and looks fantastic mixed with penstemons and salvias – plant in groups for a nice ground cover effect. Flowers: J F M A M J J A S O N DStatus: NativeOrigin: Dry, rocky slopes, open sites; shrub lands, grasslands, and woodlands, often on limestone and wood cuts from the southern great plains to Arizona and northern MexicoFamily: AsteraceaeSize: 18″ tall x 2′ wideSun: Full with protection from summer afternoon desert sunWatering: Infrequent, no water in winterGrowth Rate: ModerateSoil: Fast draining preferredTemperature: TolerantPruning:Disease and Pests: Prone to root rot fungi if soil is poorly drainedUses: Nectar loving insects like bees and butterflies love the flowers, and seed-eating birds eat the seeds.Notes: Can be short lived. Regular and frequent irrigations make this plant unattractive Resources Public ASU Spadefoot Nursery Smart Plant Tags Imagine a world where every garden, school yard, and public space becomes an immersive and educational experience. A place where nature and knowledge intertwine to create stunning interpretive trails. With a simple scan using your smartphone, you’ll unlock a whole new level of information and convenience. Products search Share this:FacebookXWhatsAppPinterestRedditPrintLike this:Like Loading...