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Grindelia robusta

Also Known As

  • Grindelia camporum var. bracteosum
  • Grindelia camporum var. camporum
  • Great Valley Gumweed
  • Resin-weed

Plant type

perennial, herb

size

  • H: 6"
  • W: 6"-12"

planting zones

  • 8a-10b

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Grindelia robusta plant details

Grindelia robusta is a broadleaf evergreen perennial herb with blue foliage. In fall, spring and summer yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees, birds, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average, clay, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Grindelia robusta

Plant type: perennial herb
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 6 IN - 12 IN - wide, 0 - 6 IN - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in fall, spring and summer
Uses: container plant, medicinal, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Grindelia robusta

USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: seaside / salt
Soil needs: average, clay, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

(Grindelia robusta) perennial herb.. used for colds, nasal congestion, good for burns and rashes

Gardening facts about Grindelia robusta plant

How to Grow Grindelia robusta

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • average
    • well-drained
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • seaside / salt tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • bees
    • butterflies
    • hummingbirds
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • fall
    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

See other plant types of Grindelia for your garden

aka Grindelia arenicola, Grindelia camporum, Grindelia hirsutula var. hirsutula, Grindelia stricta platyphylla, Grindelia stricta var. angustifolia, Grindelia stricta var. platyphylla, Coastal Gum Plant, Great Valley Gumplant, Hairy Gumplant, Hairy Gumweed, Marsh Gumplant

Plant Type

Perennial, Groundcover

Zones

8a-11

Size

Height: 2'

Width: 3'

  • sun - mostly sun
  • even moisture - drought tolerant
Photo of Grindelia hirsutula flower by Annie's Annuals & Perennials
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aka Willamette Gumweed

Plant Type

Perennial

Zones

5a-10b

Size

Height: 2'-5'

Width: 1'-2'

  • sun - mostly sun
  • regular - drought tolerant
  • dry in summer
Photo of Grindelia integrifolia flower by Walter Siegmund
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aka Mendocino Gumwood

Plant Type

Perennial, Groundcover

Zones

8a-10b

Size

Height: 6"

Width: 4'-5'

  • sun - mostly sun
  • regular - drought tolerant
  • dry in summer
Photo of Grindelia stricta ssp. platyphylla 'Mendocino' foliage by plant lust
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