Scientific Name: Grindelia stricata

Common Names: CoastalGumweed, Oregon Gumweed

This California Native sunflower can be found on the coast and in the Channel Islands on the beach on in marshes. This perennial can reach up to five feet high andseven feet wide. The leaveshave red veins and edges,and flowers bloom spring through fall.

You can deadhead the flowers to encourage new flowers.

– Full sun to part shade

– Prefers sandy soil

– Drought tolerant once established

– Attracts butterflies

– Deer resistant

– Hardy up to30 degrees

– Native to California