Erysimum menziesii ssp. yadonii

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 3"-4"
W: 3"-4"

planting zones

9a-10b

Erysimum menziesii ssp. yadonii plant details

Erysimum menziesii ssp. yadonii is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In summer yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and low water. Prefers to be dry in summer. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in gritty soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Erysimum menziesii ssp. yadonii

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: brassicaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 3 IN - 4 IN - wide, 3 IN - 4 IN - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in summer
Uses: endangered, native plant, rare

GROWING CONDITIONS for Erysimum menziesii ssp. yadonii

USDA Zones: 9a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: low
Resistant to: deer, seaside / salt
Soil needs: gritty

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Listed as rare & endangered, found only in the dunes of Monterey & its presence there is endangered by sand mining & beach development. Yet, in spite of the extreme conditions of its native habitat (sand & salt), it has proven itself very adaptable in the garden. With tight clusters of green rosettes it has the appearance of a succulent & is best used at the edges of beds or in rock gardens where it will not be overwhelmed by taller plants. It is also a great candidate for a CA native plant green roof. If happy, it will keep adding rosettes but will still stay 3-4” tall & wide. It flowers brilliant yellow March-June, followed by interesting round seed capsules. May reseed. Named after Vern Yadon, the former director of the Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History.