About
Haplopappus glutinosus, the sticky haplopappus, is an evergreen, cushion-forming perennial to 15 cm with small, sticky, mid-green leaves and yellow, daisy-like flowers to 2.5 cm across in summer. A compact and ornamental subshrub for a sunny, very well-drained rock garden or raised bed.
About the genus
Haplopappus are annuals, perennials and subshrubs with simple or lobed leaves and daisy-like, yellow or purple flowerheads in summer. Native to western North and South America, they are grown as ornamental plants for sunny, well-drained positions.
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun
Soil typeChalk, Sand, Loam
Soil pHNeutral, Alkaline
Soil moistureWell-drained
AspectSouth-facing, West-facing
ExposureSheltered
UK hardinessH7
Plant details
Plant typeAlpine Rockery
HabitTufted
FoliageEvergreen
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesCity and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Gravel garden, Mediterranean climate plants, Rock garden
Native toChile, Argentina
Care notes
CultivationIdeal for a rock garden, scree, wall, raised bed, sink or trough. Thrives in a well-drained position in full sun. Avoid winter wet
PruningNo pruning required - just trim back any dead flowers or leaves after flowering
PropagationPropagate by seed in spring or as soon as ripe, or take softwood cuttings in spring
Pest resistanceGenearlly pest-free
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free