Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.
Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust.
Anatomy
Culture
Design
Plant Type
Perennial
Height Range
Under 1'
Flower Color
Yellow
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Blue Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full
Water
Very Low
Growth Rate
Slow
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Rocky
Soil Condition
Average, Poor, Well-drained, Dry
Soil pH
Neutral, Basic
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Meadow, Mediterranean, Native Garden
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Spring
Location Uses
Perennial Border, Parking Strip, With Rocks
Special Uses
Naturalizing
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Information by: Stephanie Duer Photographer:
Description
Notes
A Utah native. King's Yellow flax is related to its more well-known kin, blue flax, though the stature a little shorter, foliage is a little more substantial, and the flower is a clear, bright yellow. Blooms June to August in its natural habitat, but probably earlier in the valley. Well suited to a rock or alpine garden.
Grow in full sun in coarse, well drained soil. Xeric and drought tolerant. It may be cut back after flowering, though if left it may self-sow.