Wedelia trilobata
Yellow Dot
Description
Groundcover that quickly reaches 1-1/2' x 6'. Yellow daisylike flowers appear spring to summer. Good in containers. Accepts full sun to full shade. Great groundcover for northern exposures or those densely shaded. Blooms better in full sun. Quite frost tender but recovers quickly. Leaves may irritate skin. Can be invasive if not controlled. Native to Central and South America.
Plant Type
Ground cover
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
Yellow
Flower Season
Spring, Summer
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half, Shade
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam
Soil Condition
Rich, Poor, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral, Basic
Adverse Factors
Allergenic
Design Styles
Ranch, Spanish, Tropical
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer
Location Uses
Perennial Border, Patio, Raised Planter, Walkways, With Rocks
Special Uses
Cascade, Container, Erosion Control, Filler, Mass Planting
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.