Species Fernleaf Yellow False Foxglove
bright-yellow flowers and yellow buds with dark-green leaves and lime stems

Fernleaf Yellow False Foxglove

Aureolaria pedicularia

Fernleaf Yellow False Foxglove (Aureolaria pedicularia) is an annual or biennial wildflower, native to North America. Growing up to three feet tall, the leaves are divided in a fern-like pattern and the yellow tubular flowers appear in late summer. These flowers are pollinated by hummingbirds and bees, making them a great addition to any wildlife-friendly garden. The narrow buds appear in July and turn into blooms with purplish spots that surround a lemon-yellow center. After the flowers have faded away, they produce hard, papery seed pods that remain on the stalks all winter. Fernleaf Yellow False Foxglove tolerates woodland gardens with part shade and moist soil.

Watering:

Minimal

Propagation:

Seed Propagation,Cutting,Division

Hardiness Zone:

Sun:

full sun,part shade

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green,yellow

Growth Rate:

Low

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Fernleaf Yellow False Foxglove (Aureolaria pedicularia) needs moist to slightly dry soil to grow best. To achieve this balance, water the plant regularly, making sure the soil is kept slightly damp but not drenched. Water about every 4-7 days or when the top inch of the soil has dried out to the touch. Allow the water to penetrate the roots slowly and evenly. Make sure the soil does not become soggy as this can cause root rot.

sunlight

Fernleaf yellow false foxglove (Aureolaria pedicularia) plants require full sun to partial shade exposure to thrive. Plants grown in full sunlight will grow and bloom more profusely than those grown in partial shade. During the morning hours, when the sun is cooler, is the preferred time of day for longer sunlight exposure for this plant species. During the hottest afternoon hours, the plant should be partially shaded to avoid sunburn. Generally, about 6 hours of direct sunlight daily is suggested for optimal growth and blooming.

pruning

Fernleaf yellow false foxglove (Aureolaria pedicularia) should be pruned during the late winter or early spring before new growth begins. Pruning should be done selectively, removing any dead, damaged, or diseased growth and crossing stems to maintain a balanced canopy. It can also be cut back lightly if it becomes too large or unruly. Avoid major pruning at any other time of year as this can encourage too much top growth.