Minimum number of seed: 300 seeds per 3 grams
Balsamorhiza sagittata
Native Species
Ecoregions: 15 - 17 (Level III)
Natural Habitat: Dry, open, often rocky or sandy soils, typically found in grasslands, foothills, sagebrush steppe, and along roadsides or disturbed areas.
Life Cycle: Perennial
Rhizomatous: Yes
Light Requirements: Full sun
Bloom Time: Spring to early summer
Bloom Color: Bright yellow
Height: 12 to 36 inches
Elevation Range: 8,000 ft
Cold Hardiness: Zone 3 - 8
Soil Preference: Prefers well-drained, sandy or rocky soils. It does best in soils that are not too rich in nutrients, often in more arid environments.
Alkali/Saline Soil Tolerance: Moderate tolerance to alkaline soils but not well-suited to saline soils.
Minimum Annual Precipitation: 10 - 16 inches
Drought Tolerance: High
Disturbance: Grows well in disturbed areas such as roadsides and clearings, as well as more stable, undisturbed grassland and sagebrush habitats.
Potential Pests/Disease: May face pests like aphids or caterpillars, though it is generally not prone to severe pest issues. It is relatively disease-resistant in its native dry habitats.
Deer Resistance: Moderate
Wildlife Value
- Pollinator species
- Food source for birds
- Habitat for small insects and mammals
