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    • Photo of Limnanthes douglasii ssp. sulphurea flower by Annie's Annuals & Perennials

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    Limnanthes douglasii ssp. sulphurea

    Also Known As

    • Limnanthes douglasii var. sulphurea
    • Pt. Reyes Meadow Foam

    Plant type

    annual / biennial

    size

    • H: 8"
    • W: 12"

    planting zones

    • 1-11

    Limnanthes douglasii ssp. sulphurea plant details

    Limnanthes douglasii ssp. sulphurea is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial with green foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Limnanthes douglasii ssp. sulphurea

    Plant type: annual / biennial
    Plant family: limnanthaceae
    Foliage: deciduous green
    Mature size: 12 IN wide, 8 IN tall
    Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
    Uses: cottage garden, cutting garden, fragrant, self-sowing

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Limnanthes douglasii ssp. sulphurea

    USDA Zones: 1 - 11
    Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
    Watering frequency: even moisture
    Resistant to: seaside / salt
    Soil needs: well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    One of the most distinctly Californian spring wildflowers is “Meadow Foam.” This pure yellow form only appears near the coast. Upward facing cup-shaped blooms are borne abundantly on a 8” X 12” plant. It loves our winter rains, and prefers moist areas during it’s growing season. (Winter and spring) Delightful sweet fragrance! Perfect for the little cut flower vase on your kitchen window! Reseeds!

    By: Annie's Annuals & Perennials

    Gardening facts about Limnanthes douglasii ssp. sulphurea plant

    How to Grow Limnanthes douglasii ssp. sulphurea

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - mostly shade

    • Water Needs

      • even moisture

    • Soil Needs

      • adaptable
      • well-drained

    • Special Situation

      • seaside / salt tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • yellow

    • Wildlife

      • bees

    • Flower Season

      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

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    aka Sebastopol Meadowfoam

    Plant Type

    Annual / Biennial

    Zones

    Size

    Height: 6"-12"

    Width: 9"-12"

    • sun - mostly sun
    • regular
    Photo of Limnanthes vinculans close-up, flower by Stan Shebs
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    Limnanthes douglasii

    aka Fried Eggs, Meadow Foam, Poached Egg Plant.

    Plant Type

    Annual / Biennial

    Zones

    1-11

    Size

    Height: 10"

    Width: 30"

    • sun - mostly shade
    • even moisture - regular
    Photo of Limnanthes douglasii flower by Annie's Annuals & Perennials
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