Sulfur Flower
Sulphur flower is a native perennial flower that naturally grows in forest openings, dry meadows, and rocky slopes in Colorado.
The dark green leaves grow as a matting rosette. In June, thin stalks form umbrella-like clusters of tiny sulphur yellow flowers. This plant is important to native butterflies and wildlife.
Sulfur Flower
Sulphur flower is a native perennial flower that naturally grows in forest openings, dry meadows, and rocky slopes in Colorado.
The dark green leaves grow as a matting rosette. In June, thin stalks form umbrella-like clusters of tiny sulphur yellow flowers. This plant is important to native butterflies and wildlife.
Plant details
Botanic Name
Eriogonum umbellatum
Pronunciation
er-ih-OG-uh-num um-bell-AY-tum
Mature Height
6 to 12 in.
Mature Spread
12 to 24 in.
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.
Flower Color
yellow
Bloom time
early summer
Colorado Native
Yes
Natural Habitat
western North America
Light Requirements
sun
Cold Hardiness
USDA zones 2-8
Elevation Limit
hardy to 10,000 ft.
Performance
Sulfur flower is a beautiful native plant. It grows well at the Xeriscape Garden. It is commonly found in Colorado foothill and montane areas, too.
Maintenance
Remove spent flower stalks when no longer attractive.