Lotus scoparius |
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Deerweed |
Description
This perennial has small, bright green leaves with tons of yellow flowers that bloom in the spring. It is native to Southern California and is very hardy. Takes just about any soil condition and blooms for three seasons.
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Anatomy
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Culture
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Design
Plant Type
Ground cover
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
Yellow
Flower Season
Spring, Summer, Fall
Leaf Color
Dark Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full
Water
Very Low
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Poor
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Ranch, Spanish
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer
Location Uses
Entry, Foundation, Parking Strip, Raised Planter, Walkways, With Rocks
Special Uses
Mass Planting, Naturalizing
Attracts Wildlife
Wildlife
Water Saving Tip:
Water between sunset and sunrise when temperatures and wind are the lowest.