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Melampodium leucanthum (Daisy, Black Foot)

Daisy, Black Foot

Daisy, Black Foot

Melampodium leucanthum

Texas native mounding perennial with an abundance of small white flowers throughout the warm season. Grows up to twelve inches tall and wide. Easily self propigates by seed becoming a massing in a couple years.

 

The white flower petals surround a small yellow senter, reaching only one inch total in width. Attracts bees, butterflies, and birds easily. Must be provided well draining soils; blooms best in full sun.

 

Member of the Plants for Texas Program

Texas Native
Blooming Perennial

Flower Color:

White

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Height

12 Inches

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Spread

12 Inches


USDA Hardiness Zone 5a

Characteristics & Attributes

Deer Tolerance
• High
Exposure
• Full Sun to Part Shade
Habit
• Perennial
Water Needs
• Low