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Melampodiumpaludosum

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Melampodium paludosum by standhardt
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Family
Asteraceae (ass-ter-AY-see-ee)
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Genus
Melampodium (mel-am-POH-dee-um)
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Species
paludosum (pal-oo-DOH-sum)
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Synonym
Sun Exposure
Sun to Partial Shade
Foliage
Herbaceous
This plant is resistant to deer
Height
12-18 in. (30-45 cm)
Spacing
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
Hardiness
Not Applicable
Danger

Unknown - Tell us

Bloom Color
Bright Yellow
Bloom Time
Blooms repeatedly
Other Details
Category
Annuals
Water Requirements
Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Foliage Color

Unknown - Tell us

Where to Grow

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Bloom Characteristics
This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds
Bloom Size

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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

Unknown - Tell us

Propagation Methods
From seed; sow indoors before 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
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Auburn, Alabama

Vacherie, Louisiana

Florissant, Missouri

Denville, New Jersey

Houston, Texas

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vaalriver
Houston, TX (Zone 9a) | June 2007 | positive

Marvellous in full sun. Blooming non-stop. Does not seem to need dead heading.

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