About

A dwarf, cushion-forming annual or biennial from rocky, dry habitats in North America with linear to narrowly spatula-shaped leaves and wiry stems bearing small, bright yellow, daisy-like flowers in summer. A drought-tolerant native for a very well-drained, sunny rock garden or xeric border.

About the genus

Krapfia is a genus containing species of varied habit, from compact perennials to larger woody plants. Members are valued in horticulture for their flowers, foliage, or overall form and are found in diverse habitats worldwide

Plant details

Suggested usesBorders, containers, mixed plantings.

Care notes

CultivationPlant in well-drained soil. Water during establishment.
PruningRemove dead growth as needed.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.