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Gutierrezia sarothrae

Matchweed, Snakeweed, Resinweed

Plant photo of: Gutierrezia sarothrae
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Information by: Mary Irish        Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

Description

Snakeweed grows in almost any climate and will establish quickly on disturbed soils. Grows in mounds to 2' x 2'. Yellow flowers will cover this plant in early fall. Leaves are thread-like and lime-green. They are resinous and flammable when dry. Snakeweed thrives with neglect, needing very little water attention to grow well. Great for erosion control. Accepts full sun. Native to the western US.

 

Sun

Full

Water

Very Low, Low

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Poor

Soil pH

Neutral, Basic

Adverse Factors

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.