Black Foot Daisy (Melampodium leucanthum) Unavailable

Black Foot Daisy

Melampodium leucanthum

Black Foot Daisy

Currently unavailable

White, honey-scented daisies with yellow centers cover mounds of grey-green foliage during bloom period. Herbaceous perennial.

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Plant facts

Mature height12-18"
Mature spread18"
Growth rateSlow
SunFull Sun (6+ hours)
WaterLow
USDA hardiness zone5
Flower colorWhite shades
Foliage colorGray tones

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Quick answers

How big does Black Foot Daisy get?

About 12-18" tall and 18" wide at maturity.

How much sun does Black Foot Daisy need?

Full Sun (6+ hours).

How much water does Black Foot Daisy need?

Low water use — it is one of our waterwise plants.

Will Black Foot Daisy grow in Utah and the Intermountain West?

It is rated hardy to USDA zone 5, so it suits sites in zone 5 or warmer. The Salt Lake Valley floor is mostly zone 7; benches, mountain valleys and high plains in Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado and Wyoming are colder, often zones 3–6, so check the zone for your site.

Where can I buy Black Foot Daisy in Utah?

Progressive Plants in Copperton, Utah carries it, but it is not available right now. You can join the waitlist to hear when it's back.

Can landscape contractors buy Black Foot Daisy wholesale?

Yes. Landscape contractors and architects with a Progressive Plants wholesale account get trade pricing, bulk ordering and shipping across Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado, Wyoming and Nevada on our own trucks or by freight ($1,500 minimum outside our local delivery area). Apply at progressiveplants.com/wholesaleapp.html or call 801-565-7333.

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