perennial

Gutierrezia sarothrae | Snakeweed

The typical form of Snakeweed is a small, rounded shrub. When planted in a mass, it makes a suitable naturalistic groundcover, blending well with desert landscapes. It reseeds with ease, to the point that it can become invasive, so be prepared to control plantings if moisture is available. Canopy coverage: 3 square feet.

Water Requirement: low

Sun Exposure: full sun

Cold Hardiness: cold hardy to -20F

Growth Rate: fast

Height: 1 feet high

Width: 2 feet wide

Evergreen

Foliage Color: bright green

Flower Color: yellow

Flower Season: summer, fall