Gumweed
Grindelia hirsutula
Also listed as Grindelia humilis, Grindelia robusta
Also known as Hairy Gumweed, San Francisco Gumplant, Great Valley Gumplant
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A resinous, sticky-leaved evergreen shrub with yellow daisy-like flowers in mid to late summer. It suits hot, dry sites and tolerates drought once established.
Why grow it
Tolerates drought and poor soil, so it suits low-water gardens where many ornamental shrubs struggle. Its mid to late summer bloom extends color after many drought-tolerant plants have finished.
Watch out for
The sticky resin transfers to skin, clothing and tools during handling. It may self-seed, so deadhead spent flowers if spread is unwanted.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
- Asteraceae
Native to the United States
Native Range
southwestern United States, Mexico
Native to: Arizona, California, New Mexico, Texas
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Season of Interest
Shrub
Woody multi-stem plants at eye level.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
A resinous, sticky-leaved evergreen shrub with yellow daisy-like flowers in mid to late summer. It suits hot, dry sites and tolerates drought once established.
Climate Match for your location
See how well Gumweed grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Why grow it
Tolerates drought and poor soil, so it suits low-water gardens where many ornamental shrubs struggle. Its mid to late summer bloom extends color after many drought-tolerant plants have finished.
Watch out for
The sticky resin transfers to skin, clothing and tools during handling. It may self-seed, so deadhead spent flowers if spread is unwanted.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
- Asteraceae
Native to the United States
Native Range
southwestern United States, Mexico
Native to: Arizona, California, New Mexico, Texas
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Season of Interest
Shrub
Woody multi-stem plants at eye level.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
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