Bahia absinthifolia

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Yellow Bahia

 
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Information by: Jerry Sortomme        Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

Description

Native on rocky slopes even caliche West Texas west. Perennial groundcover will even grow in shallow caliche. Full sun. Drought tolerant with some additional moisture will bloom till frost. Fast. Will reseed. Yellow daisies 1". Silvery foliage. Herbaceous. Constantly in bloom in low desert from spring until late fall. It can then be cut to the ground for fresh regrowth in spring. Spreads also by underground rhizomes.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Sun/Water

  • Design

Plant Type

Ground cover, Perennial

 

Height Range

Under 1'

 

Flower Color

Yellow

 

Flower Season

Spring, Summer, Fall

 

Leaf Color

Grey Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.