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Limnanthes douglasii ssp. nivea

Also Known As

  • Meadow Foam

Plant type

annual / biennial

size

  • H: 3"-6"
  • W: 6"-12"

planting zones

  • 1-12

Limnanthes douglasii ssp. nivea plant details

Limnanthes douglasii ssp. nivea is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial with green foliage. In spring and summer white and yellow flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay, gritty, lean, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Limnanthes douglasii ssp. nivea

Plant type: annual / biennial
Plant family: limnanthaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 6 IN - 12 IN - wide, 3 IN - 6 IN - tall
Flowers: white and yellow blooms in spring and summer
Uses: easy-to-grow, self-sowing

GROWING CONDITIONS for Limnanthes douglasii ssp. nivea

USDA Zones: 1 - 12
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: average, clay, gritty, lean, rich and well-drained

Gardening facts about Limnanthes douglasii ssp. nivea plant

How to Grow Limnanthes douglasii ssp. nivea

  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • adaptable
    • average
    • lean
    • well-drained
    • rich
    • gritty
  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun

Features

  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Flower Color

    • white
    • yellow
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • bees
    • butterflies
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • spring
  • Texture

    • fuzzy
  • Foliage Color

    • green
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