Prairie Lode Sundrops

 

Prairie Lode sundrops is a prolific blooming perennial flower native to the Great Plains. It grows as a small mound of slender stems. The bright yellow, four-petaled blooms emerge from orange buds. This plant thrives in hot and dry conditions.

It brings bright color to a low water landscape, especially in rock gardens. 

 

Prairie Lode Sundrops

 

Prairie Lode sundrops is a prolific blooming perennial flower native to the Great Plains. It grows as a small mound of slender stems. The bright yellow, four-petaled blooms emerge from orange buds. This plant thrives in hot and dry conditions.

It brings bright color to a low water landscape, especially in rock gardens. 

 

Plant details
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Botanic Name

Calylophus serrulatus 'Prairie Lode'

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Pronunciation

kal-ee-LOW-fus ser-yoo-LAY-tus

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Mature Height

6 to 8 in.

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Mature Spread

12 to 15 in.

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Water usage
Water Usage

One Droplet: Water twice per month or less, once established.

Two Droplets: Water about once per week, once established.

Three Droplets: Water about twice per week, once established.

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Flower Color

yellow

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Bloom time

May to September

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Colorado Native

No

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Natural Habitat

species is native to prairies of central North America

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Light Requirements

sun, part shade

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Cold Hardiness

USDA zones 3-9

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Elevation Limit

hardy to 9,000 ft.

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