Sulfur Flower

Sulphur flower is a native perennial plant that naturally grows in forest openings, dry meadows, and rocky slopes in Colorado.

The dark green leaves grow as a mat-like 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 plant that naturally grows in forest openings, dry meadows, and rocky slopes in Colorado.

The dark green leaves grow as a mat-like 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
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Botanic Name

Eriogonum umbellatum

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Pronunciation

er-ih-OG-uh-num um-bell-AY-tum

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Mature Height

6 to 12 in.

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Mature Spread

12 to 24 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

early summer

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Colorado Native

Yes

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Natural Habitat

western North America

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Light Requirements

sun

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Cold Hardiness

USDA zones 2-8

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Elevation Limit

hardy to 10,000 ft.

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