Desert Marigold Baileya multiradiata Short lived perennial native blooms throughout the year and provides nectar for 40 bee species. Top Keystone plant in Southern Semi-Arid Highlands region. Size: 2′ tall and wideFlowers: J F M A M J J A S O N DStatus: NativeOrigin: Southwestern North America, from southeast CA, AZ, and southwest UT, east to TXFamily: Asters (Asteraceae)Sun: Full SunWatering: Minimal, supplemental wateringGrowth Rate: FastSoil: Prefers well drained soils, but does well in our Phoenix soilTemperature: Tolerates light frost, fades in Phoenix summer heatDisease and Pests: Crown rot if soil is kept too wet Uses: Nectar plant. Host for Dainty Sulphur butterfly. Special value to native bees.Notes: Makes good cut flowers. Reseeds readily. Birds love the seeds. Special value to native bees. Resources ASU Library Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center Add a Plant Tag to Your Space! 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. No more searching through countless books or websites to find details about your plants. Free PDF Garden Tag Desert-Marigold-Plant-TagDownload Share this:FacebookXWhatsAppPinterestRedditPrintLike this:Like Loading...
