{"product_id":"blackfoot-daisy-plant-sets","title":"Blackfoot Daisy Plant Sets","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBring a touch of honey-scented charm to your most sun-drenched spaces with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlackfoot Daisy\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eMelampodium leucanthum\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e), also known as Plains Blackfoot. This rugged, low-growing native perennial forms a neat, mounded cushion of grayish-green foliage that stays evergreen in many regions. From spring through the first frost, it covers itself so densely in white, daisy-like flowers with bright yellow centers that the foliage can almost disappear from view.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuperbly adapted to arid environments, Blackfoot Daisy is a \"sturdy\" survivor that thrives where other plants might wilt. Whether tucked into a rock garden, used as a xeric groundcover, or massed in a wildflower meadow, its prolific blooms and sweet fragrance make it an essential choice for sustainable, low-water landscapes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"padding-left: 20px; list-style-position: outside;\"\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHoney-Scented Blooms\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e: \u003c\/strong\u003eProduces an abundance of 1-inch wide, solitary flowers that emit a pleasant, light honey fragrance.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollinator \u0026amp; Wildlife Friendly\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e: \u003c\/strong\u003eThe nectar-rich flowers are a favorite for butterflies, and the plant provides value for local birds.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtreme Drought Tolerance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e This \"dryland native\" is perfectly suited for xeric gardens and can thrive on natural rainfall alone once established.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDeer Resistant\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e: \u003c\/strong\u003eNaturally unappealing to browsing deer, ensuring your garden stays lush and colorful.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtended Bloom Season\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e Delivers consistent color from March through November, peaking in the spring and fall.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact Habit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e: \u003c\/strong\u003eTypically grows 6–12 inches tall and roughly twice as wide, creating a tidy, mounded appearance.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollinator-Safe:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Grown non-GMO and free of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/content.gardenforwildlife.com\/learn\/neonicotinoids-kill-butterflies-thats-why-we-dont-use-them\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eharmful neonicotinoids\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, promoting a healthy ecosystem for pollinators and wildlife.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvailable in sets of three, six, or 12 plants to suit any garden size.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Choose Blackfoot Daisy?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlackfoot Daisy is the ultimate \"lean and mean\" beauty for the Southwest and High Plains. It is specifically adapted to low-fertility, rocky, or sandy soils where it outshines more delicate species. While it may be short-lived compared to some shrubs, it often reseeds naturally, ensuring its cheerful presence remains in your garden year after year. It is the perfect twin to the White Zinnia but offers a broader range and more robust flowering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col style=\"padding-left: 20px; list-style-position: outside;\"\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thrives in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003efull sun\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and reflected heat. It is mandatory to provide \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eexcellent drainage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e; it will not tolerate \"wet feet\" or heavy clay. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrefers lean, rocky, gravelly, or sandy soils. Avoid rich soils or fertilizers, as these can actually shorten the plant's lifespan.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e: \u003c\/strong\u003eWater regularly only during the first growing season to establish the root mass. Once mature, reduce frequency significantly; over-watering is the most common cause of failure.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eMinimal care required. There's \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/content.gardenforwildlife.com\/learn\/why-you-shouldnt-deadhead-native-flowers-supporting-wildlife-through-every-season\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eno need to deadhead the flowers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, as allowing them to go to seed provides a valuable food source for birds. Leaving the stems standing in the fall offers overwintering sites for beneficial insects. If desired, cut back the stems in late spring after pollinators have emerged. \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor more information on planting, view our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/content.gardenforwildlife.com\/learn\/how-to-plant-your-native-plants\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to Plant Your Native Plants\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e guide and other \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/content.gardenforwildlife.com\/learn\/tag\/planting-tips\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eplanting tips\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e in the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/content.gardenforwildlife.com\/learn\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGarden for Wildlife Learning Center\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompanion Planting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pairs beautifully with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePenstemon\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlanketflower\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem\u003eGaillardia\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for a classic, drought-tolerant display.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Garden for Wildlife","offers":[{"title":"3-Pack","offer_id":53576533475694,"sku":"GFW-ECOM-COL-BLKFTDAISY-3","price":38.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6-Pack","offer_id":53576533508462,"sku":"GFW-ECOM-COL-BLKFTDAISY-6","price":68.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"12-Pack","offer_id":53576533541230,"sku":"GFW-ECOM-COL-BLKFTDAISY-12","price":108.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0521\/4047\/4568\/files\/blackfoot-daisy-plant-sets-2968932.png?v=1775129833","url":"https:\/\/gardenforwildlife.com\/products\/blackfoot-daisy-plant-sets","provider":"Garden for Wildlife","version":"1.0","type":"link"}