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deerweed

deerweed

Acmispon glaber

shrub☀️ full sun💧 low waterZone 9a – Zone 11b

A low, spreading native shrub with small pinnate leaves and delicate yellow flowers. Extremely drought-tolerant once established and requires minimal maintenance.

Overview

Form
Spreading
Growth Rate
moderate
Size
1–3′ tall × 2–4′ wide
Dormancy
evergreen

Tolerances & Soil

high
Zone 9aZone 11b
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ColderWarmer
Zone range: Zone 9a to Zone 11b

Seasonality

Bloom Season

J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Season of Interest

SpringSummer

Shrub

Woody multi-stem plants at eye level.

Succession Role

pioneerearly successional

Native to the United States

Native Range

California native

Native to: California

Function & Care

erosion controlnitrogen fixerpollinator nectarywildlife benefit

Establishment & Care

Establishment
easy
Maintenance
low
Propagation
seed

Companion Planting

Plants well with