Bugloss Fiddleneck (Amsinckia lycopsoides) plant — close-up photo
Moderate to grow

Bugloss Fiddleneck

Amsinckia lycopsoides

Overview

Bugloss Fiddleneck is a flowering plant species native to California and the western United States. It grows in areas of dry grassland or coastal prairies. It has yellow flowers that bloom in the spring and summer, each with a reddish-brown center. The leaves are a dull bluish-green color, and the plant can reach a height of up to one meter. Its stems are covered in thick, bristly hairs, giving rise to its nickname – the Fiddleneck. It is a popular nectar source for native butterflies and moths, and is also an important food source for wildlife.

Care Guide

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Watering

Minimal — every "7-10" days.

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Light

Sun.

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Soil

Sand, Loam

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Pruning

Best pruned in March, April, May, June, July, August, December, January, February.

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Propagation

Seed Propagation, Division, Cutting

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