Hooker's Balsamroot
Balsamorhiza hookeri
Overview
Hooker's Balsamroot is an attractive perennial plant native to the western United States. Its bright yellow flowers are borne on a single long stalk and rise atop its bluish-green foliage. It grows in meadows, dry hillsides, and along roadsides and is drought tolerant once established. It is an excellent choice for dry, rocky soils and is a reliable source of nectar for bee species. Its edible roots have a sweet flavor and can be eaten raw or cooked and its leaves can be used for tea. Its beautiful flowers are sure to add a bright and cheery spot to any sunny garden.
Care Guide
Watering
Minimal — every "7-10" days.
Light
full sun.
Pruning
Best pruned in November, December, January.
Propagation
Seed Propagation, Division, Cutting, Layering Propagation
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