A flowering groundcover native to the California coastline that grows in dunes and sandy soils. Its prostrate stems form a spreading mat of silvery green foliage. Blooms in spring with bright yellow flowers that age to orange/red. Native to Coastal Strand plant communities, it is tolerant of high wind, salt spray, and saline soils. Needs sharply-draining, low-nutrient soil. Useful in coastal habitat restoration. Prefers coastal conditions but may be grown inland in partial sun and well-draining (preferably sandy) soil. Typically short-lived in areas outside coastal conditions.
- Common Name:
- Beach Suncups
- Mature Height:
- 2-4"
- Mature Spread:
- Spreading
- Exposure:
- Sun/Part Sun
- Growth:
- Evergreen
- Flower Color:
- Yellow
- Soil:
- Sandy soil preferred/required
- Foliage Color:
- Silver-green
- Flower Time:
- Spring
