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Mentzelia laevicaulis
Also Known As
- Northern Blazing Star
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 2'-4'
- W: 2'-3'
planting zones
- 9a-11
Mentzelia laevicaulis plant details
Mentzelia laevicaulis is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial with blue foliage. In fall and summer yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and low water. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Mentzelia laevicaulis
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: loasaceae
- Foliage: semi-evergreen blue
- Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 4 FT - tall
- Flowers: yellow blooms in fall and summer
- Uses: container plant, long-blooming, native plant, reseeding, unique, xeric
GROWING CONDITIONS for Mentzelia laevicaulis
- USDA Zones: 9a - 11
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: low
- Resistant to: deer, heat
- Soil needs: gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Garden photo gallery of Mentzelia laevicaulis
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By: Stan Shebs
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By: Stan Shebs
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By: Stan Shebs
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By: Stan Shebs
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By: Stan Shebs
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By: Stan Shebs
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By: Stan Shebs
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By: Stan Shebs
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By: Stan Shebs
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Gardening facts about Mentzelia laevicaulis plant
How to Grow Mentzelia laevicaulis
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- low
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Soil Needs
- lean
- well-drained
- rocky
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- blue
Flower Color
- yellow
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- bees
- butterflies
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- fall
- summer
Foliage Season
- semi-evergreen
Landscape groups by tags
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
10b-11
Size
Height: 6"-18"
Width: 6"-12"
- sun
- occasional - low
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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