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    Arctomecon merriamii

    Also Known As

    • Desert Poppy
    • Great Bearclaw Poppy
    • White Bear Poppy

    Plant type

    perennial

    size

    • H: 12"-18"
    • W: 6"-12"

    planting zones

    • 9a-11

    Arctomecon merriamii plant details

    Arctomecon merriamii is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with blue foliage. In spring white flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Arctomecon merriamii

    Plant type: perennial
    Plant family: papaveraceae
    Foliage: evergreen blue
    Mature size: 6 IN - 12 IN - wide, 12 IN - 18 IN - tall
    Flowers: white blooms in spring
    Uses: desert garden, native plant, xeric

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Arctomecon merriamii

    USDA Zones: 9a - 11
    Sun exposure: sun
    Watering frequency: occasional - low
    Resistant to: heat
    Soil needs: gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

    Gardening facts about Arctomecon merriamii plant

    How to Grow Arctomecon merriamii

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • occasional - drought tolerant

    • Soil Needs

      • lean
      • well-drained
      • rocky
      • gritty

    • Special Situation

      • heat tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • blue

    • Flower Color

      • white

    • Wildlife

      • bees
      • butterflies

    • Flower Season

      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

    • Texture

      • fuzzy

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