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Physical description: Horizontally growing, this low spreader reaches
6 to 10 in. tall and spreads 12 to 18 in. wide. Leaves are grayish
green with a presence of white hairs on both sides and reach
2 to 5 in. long by ½ in. wide. Flowering occurs in early
to mid-spring, the flowers being bright golden-yellow and reaching
¼ inch wide. The fruit is a glabrous silick and is non-ornamental.
Optimal growing conditions: This plant prefers full sun with a very well
drained soil, but nearly any acidic or neutral well drained soil
is acceptable. The plant has a good drought tolerance, yet golden
tuft appears best when the soil is kept slightly moist. Moist,
over-fertilized soil will produce a coarse, sprawling habit,
and diseases like leaf spot and crown rot can be common if the
soil is poorly drained. Winter hardiness: Zones 3-7.
Susceptibility to pests and diseases: Aphids and soil mealybugs can do some damage,
but seldom serious.
Use:
This species is useful in many contexts, for example in rock
gardens and in front of borders. The visual effect is beautiful
when the plant trails over rock walls.
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