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Castilleja Species, Sulphur Indian Paintbrush, Sulphur Paintbrush, Yellow Paintbrush

Castillejasulphurea

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Genus

Castilleja (kas-tee-LEE-uh)

Info

Species

sulphurea (sul-FER-ee-uh)

Info

Synonym

Castilleja luteovirens

Castilleja mogollonica

Sun Exposure

Full Sun

Sun to Partial Shade

Foliage

Herbaceous

Height

6-12 in. (15-30 cm)

Spacing

6-9 in. (15-22 cm)

9-12 in. (22-30 cm)

12-15 in. (30-38 cm)

Hardiness

Unknown - Tell us

Danger

Unknown - Tell us

Bloom Color

Pale Yellow

Bright Yellow

Bloom Time

Late Winter/Early Spring

Mid Spring

Late Spring/Early Summer

Other Details

Category

Alpines and Rock Gardens

Perennials

Parasites and Hemiparasites

Water Requirements

Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping

Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater

Foliage Color

Unknown - Tell us

Where to Grow

Unknown - Tell us

Bloom Characteristics

Unknown - Tell us

Bloom Size

Unknown - Tell us

Other details

Unknown - Tell us

Soil pH requirements

6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)

6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)

7.6 to 7.8 (mildly alkaline)

Patent Information

Non-patented

Propagation Methods

From seed; direct sow after last frost

Self-sows freely; deadhead if you do not want volunteer seedlings next season

Seed Collecting

Allow seedheads to dry on plants; remove and collect seeds

Seed does not store well; sow as soon as possible

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