This plant is a friend to bees, butterflies, rabbits, and deer. An invaluable food source for pollinators.
Abundance of yellow flowers with dark red centers. This heat and drought-tolerant annual make it a favorite among beginner gardeners.
Mix the seeds with damp sand and refrigerate for 30 days before direct sowing. Keep the soil consistently moist until germination, which should occur within 10 to 15 days. Water the seedlings until they grow, and transplant them to desired locations. This plant adapts to almost all soils, including rocky or shallow areas.