Meet a rare golden wildflower that brings vibrant life to the wettest spots in your garden.
Burke's goldfields is an endangered annual herb native to wet meadows and vernal pools in Northern California. This low-growing plant reaches heights between 0.1 and 0.3 meters, making it a lovely choice for wet, sunny spots. It thrives alongside companion plants like Downingia and Limnanthes douglasii.
Caring for this plant requires an expert level of attention. It grows quickly from seed but needs constant high watering and full sun. Because it is not drought-tolerant, you must keep its soil consistently wet.
This plant is worth growing for its bright yellow composite flowers, which feature distinct outer ray petals and central disc florets. These cheerful blooms are highly attractive to local bees and butterflies. By planting it, you help support these helpful pollinators.