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Grindelia integrifolia

Also Known As

  • Willamette Gumweed

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 2'-5'
  • W: 1'-2'

planting zones

  • 5a-10b

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Grindelia integrifolia plant details

Grindelia integrifolia is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects, birds and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant and wind tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Grindelia integrifolia

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 2 FT - 5 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Grindelia integrifolia

USDA Zones: 5a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer, seaside / salt and wind
Soil needs: average, clay, rich and well-drained

Gardening facts about Grindelia integrifolia plant

How to Grow Grindelia integrifolia

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • adaptable
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • seaside / salt tolerant
    • wind tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Wildlife

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

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

Landscape groups by tags

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 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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