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Mentzelia involucrata
Also Known As
- Sand Blazing Star
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 6"-18"
- W: 6"-12"
planting zones
- 10b-11
Mentzelia involucrata plant details
Mentzelia involucrata is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with blue foliage. In spring and winter cream flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Does well in average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Mentzelia involucrata
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: loasaceae
- Foliage: deciduous blue
- Mature size: 6 IN - 12 IN - wide, 6 IN - 18 IN - tall
- Flowers: cream blooms in spring and winter
- Uses: container plant, reseeding
GROWING CONDITIONS for Mentzelia involucrata
- USDA Zones: 10b - 11
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: occasional - low
- Soil needs: average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained
Garden photo gallery of Mentzelia involucrata
By: Stan Shebs
This file is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0 license.
By: Stan Shebs
This file is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0 license.
By: Stan Shebs
This file is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0 license.
By: Stan Shebs
This file is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0 license.
By: Stan Shebs
This file is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0 license.
By: Stan Shebs
This file is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0 license.
By: Stan Shebs
This file is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0 license.
By: Stan Shebs
This file is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0 license.
By: Stan Shebs
This file is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0 license.
Gardening facts about Mentzelia involucrata plant
How to Grow Mentzelia involucrata
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- occasional - low
Soil Needs
- average
- lean
- well-drained
- rocky
- gritty
Features
Foliage Color
- blue
Flower Color
- cream
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- bees
- butterflies
Flower Season
- winter
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Texture
- glossy
Landscape groups by tags
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aka Northern Blazing Star
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
9a-11
Size
Height: 2'-4'
Width: 2'-3'
- sun
- low
- dry in summer
aka Blazing Star
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
7a-10b
Size
Height: 1'-3'
Width: 8"-12"
- sun
- regular - drought tolerant
aka Ten Petal Mentzelia
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
4a-10b
Size
Height: 24"-36"
Width: 18"-24"
- sun
- low - drought tolerant
aka Mentzelia nuda var. nuda
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
4a-11
Size
Height: 18"-24"
Width: 15"-18"
- sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
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