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OUTSTANDING FEATURES: Hymenoxys acaulis is an attractive perennial that resembles Baileya multiradiata (Desert Marigold) in form. However, the Hymenoxys is a greener plant with deeper goldcolored flowers. Angelita Daisy blooms all year in the low deserts, with its most stunning display in the spring.
DESCRIPTION: Angelita Daisy is a stemless perennial with a basal cluster of leaves, and golden flowers perched on 1 foot tall, leafless stems. Plants grow to about 1 foot tall by 15-18 inches wide. The foliage is very narrow and bright green. The flowers are typical “daisy-like” heads that occur at the ends of the naked stems.
It is moderately drought tolerant, requiring some upplemental water during the spring and summer months. The growth rate is fast, with plants blooming in one gallon containers. Plant in full sun. Angelita Daisy plants will bloom repeatedly if the old flower heads are removed prior to seed formation. This may need to be done several times throughout the year to ensure an extremely long blooming season. This species is more tolerant of excess water than Desert Marigold. While Angelita Daisy will reseed in the landscape, it is not nearly as prolific as the Desert Marigold.
LANDSCAPE APPLICATION: Hymenoxys acaulis is a versatile species. It is a perfect plant for full sun in the transition or outer zones of a Xeriscape. Place the plants in open spaces where they will receive ample sunlight. The size allows for it to be used in narrow spaces as well. It can be mass planted for a fantastic flower display. Use Angelita Daisy as a border in front of larger shrubs such as Dalea frutescens
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