Bahia absinthifolia |
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Yellow Bahia |
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.
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
Check soil moisture below the surface with a soil probe or large screwdriver, trowel or shovel. Don't assume the plants need water just because the soil surface looks dry.