Named for its green, thread-like foliage, this dependable bloomer shows its golden heads throughout the year after adequate rainfall. Often found growing in shallow soils, the ripened seeds are a food source for the multi-colored painted bunting. It does not appear to be favored by deer. Also a good larval and nectar plant for butterflies. The crushed leaves have a pleasant aroma and have been used for tea. Found as far north and east as Arkansas across to Colorado and down to Mexico.
Greenthread
Thelesperma filifolium
- Item: #
- 1026
1 Ft - 3 Ft Height
|Annual
Perennial
|Blooms Feb - Dec
Soil Type
Sand
Loam
Clay
Caliche
Soil Moisture
Dry Soil
Medium Soil Moisture
Sunlight
Full
Partial
Dappled
Shade
Seed
Rate
What's the Seeding Rate?
**LAWN & GARDEN: High density rate improves fill and establishment while reducing weed opportunity **OPEN SPACE: Economical rangeland density for larger acreage but requires longer establishment period
Lawn & Garden:
1 LB covers 2500 sq ft
Open Space:
8 LB per acre
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