Leptosyne calliopsidea - Leafstem Tickseed (Seed)

An annual with large yellow flowers and deeply divided succulent leaves. Seeds sown in fall require only winter rain to establish, but give transplants supplemental water for 2-4 weeks after planting. Give full sun and good drainage. Plant Characteristics Species Name Leptosyne calliopsidea Common Name Leafstem Tickseed Plant Type Annuals Height by Width 1ft. x 1ft. Flower Color Yellow, Gold Flowering Months March, April, May, June, February Sun Exposure Inland-Sun Water Requirement Low Soil Type Sand, fast draining Sowing Season Fall/Winter Sowing Difficulty Level* Easy * Sowing difficulty levels: Easy: Sow in-ground or in pots with simple or no pretreatment Moderate: Sow in-ground or in pots with pretreatment; may produce staggered germination Difficult: Sow in pots with pretreatment and stratification; may produce staggered germination