Blackfoot Daisy

Blackfoot Daisy (Melampodium leucanthum)

Blackfoot Daisy (Melampodium leucanthum) is a low-growing, drought-tolerant perennial known for its delicate white daisy-like blooms and aromatic, gray-green foliage. Ideal for rock gardens, borders, and xeriscapes, it adds cheerful color, texture, and pollinator-friendly beauty to dry and sunny landscapes.

Distinctive Features

This variety produces an abundance of small, white, daisy-shaped flowers with golden-yellow centers from spring through fall. The gray-green foliage adds soft texture and subtle contrast to garden beds. Its long blooming season and low water requirements make it ideal for low-maintenance landscapes. Nectar-rich blooms attract bees, butterflies, and other beneficial pollinators.

Growing Conditions

• Sun Exposure: Full sun.
• Soil: Prefers well-drained, sandy or rocky soils but is adaptable to poor soil conditions.
• Water: Extremely drought-tolerant once established; water sparingly.
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 4-9.

Ideal Uses

• Rock Gardens: Perfect for dry, well-drained areas.
• Xeriscapes: Thrives in low-water landscapes.
• Borders: Adds cheerful color and soft texture to garden edges.
• Pollinator Gardens: Attracts bees and butterflies.

Low Maintenance Care

• Watering: Minimal watering once established; prefers dry conditions.
• Pruning: Lightly trim to encourage bushy growth and continuous blooming.
• Fertilizing: Minimal fertilization required; avoid overfeeding.
• Winter Care: Mulch to protect roots in colder zones.

Why Choose Blackfoot Daisy?

• Long-Lasting Blooms: Flowers profusely from spring to fall.
• Highly Drought-Tolerant: Ideal for low-water landscapes.
• Pollinator-Friendly: Supports bees, butterflies, and beneficial insects.
• Low Maintenance: Easy to grow and resilient in tough conditions.

For long-lasting color, drought tolerance, and pollinator-friendly beauty, Blackfoot Daisy (Melampodium leucanthum) is an excellent choice for rock gardens, borders, and xeriscapes.