Bahia absinthifolia
Yellow Bahia
Description
Native on rocky slopes even caliche West Texas west. Perennial groundcover will even grow in shallow caliche. Full sun. Drought tolerant with some additional moisture will bloom till frost. Fast. Will reseed. Yellow daisies 1". Silvery foliage. Herbaceous. Constantly in bloom in low desert from spring until late fall. It can then be cut to the ground for fresh regrowth in spring. Spreads also by underground rhizomes.
Plant Type
Ground cover, Perennial
Height Range
Under 1'
Flower Color
Yellow
Flower Season
Spring, Summer, Fall
Leaf Color
Grey Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full
Water
Very Low, Low, Extra in Summer
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Poor, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral, Basic
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Ranch, Spanish, Wild Garden
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Perennial Border, Patio, Raised Planter, With Rocks
Special Uses
Container, Mass Planting, Naturalizing, Small Spaces
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
As the weather gets hotter avoid the temptation to increase run times.
Instead, schedule more start times with one to two hours in between to allow the water from the previous session to soak in before watering again.