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Thelesperma filifolium
Greenthread
Item #: 1026
Category: Wildflowers
Habit: Annual & Perennial
Bloom: Feb-Nov
Height: 1'
Planting Rates:
6 lb. per acre
1 oz. per 450 sq. ft.
Price:
1 pkt. - $6
SOIL TYPE |
SUNLIGHT |
Soil Moisture |
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Loam |
Clay |
Caliche |
Full |
Partial |
Dappled |
Shade |
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X |
X |
X |
X |
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Dry Medium |
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Description
Named for its green, thread-like foliage, this dependable bloomer shows its golden heads throughout the year after adequate rainfall. Often found growing in shallow soils, the ripened seeds are a food source for the multi-colored painted bunting. It does not appear to be favored by deer. Also a good larval and nectar plant for butterflies. The crushed leaves have a pleasant aroma and have been used for tea. Found as far north and east as Arkansas across to Colorado and down to Mexico.
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