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Tragopogon dubius

Also Known As

  • Tragopogon dubius subsp. campestris
  • Tragopogon dubius subsp. major
  • Tragopogon major
  • Goat Dandelion
  • Goat's Beard
  • Meadow Salsify
  • Moonflower
  • Yellow Salsify

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 18"-36"
  • W: 12"-15"

planting zones

  • 2a-9b

Tragopogon dubius plant details

Tragopogon dubius is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In spring and summer yellow flowers emerge followed by white fruit. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Tragopogon dubius

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN - 15 IN - wide, 18 IN - 36 IN - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring and summer
Uses: potentially invasive

GROWING CONDITIONS for Tragopogon dubius

USDA Zones: 2a - 9b
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Gardening facts about Tragopogon dubius plant

How to Grow Tragopogon dubius

  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Fruit

    • white
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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