Greenthread - 3351

$3.45
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Thelesperma filifolium (Asteraceae)
An erect, slender annual or short lived perennial native to the central and southern portions of the United States. A very drought tolerant species that produces a slender taproot. The multi-branching stems 1 to 3 feet in height are covered with narrow threadlike leaves. The urn-shaped buds droop prior to opening. Golden-yellow 1½ inch flowers surround a reddish-brown center. Many butterfly species use this plant as a primary nectar source. Requires full sun in dry, sandy, clay or calcareous soils. Self-sows freely. Deer do not seem to find this plant palatable.

Suggested Use: Mixes, rock gardens, xeriscapes, butterfly habitats.
Miscellaneous: Does not transplant well. Direct sow in areas you want the plant to become established.

Average Planting Success with this Species: 60%
Height: 1 - 3 feet
Germination: 20 - 45 days
Optimum Soil Temp. for Germination: 60°F - ­70°F
Sowing Depth: 1/16"
Blooming Period: March-June
Average Seeds Per Pound: 125,172
Seeds/Pkt: 85 - covers 20 sq.ft.
1 Ounce Covers: 272 sq.ft.
Seeding Rate: 10 lbs per acre

Size

Pairs well with

Testimonials

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I grew a nice garden from your Texas/Oklahoma mix this year adding some extra poppies. It was some real eye candy! I look forward to this falls planting already.

Thomas Beene
Southlake, Texas
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I want to compliment you on your product. I planted the Autumn Beauty Mix and Dahlia Flowered Mix along my seawall on the Mississippi. The flowers are beautiful and the Yellow Finches, hummingbirds and butterflies love them. I really enjoy just sitting on the deck in the mornings with a cup of coffee, watching all the activity around the flowers.

Leigh Mosenfelder
Milan, Illinois
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I am speechless. Your seeds have “painted” a breath taking picture to our yard. The picture can not portray the full beauty and amazing aroma. My daughter Erika took the photo and daughter Jenna loves to pick flowers daily for the home. Your satisfied customer for over a decade and many more years to come.

Joe Chironno
North Branford, Connecticut
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I wanted to let you know how pleased I am with the wild flower seed that I purchased. Wildseed Farms was recommended to me by my neighbor. I did not fertilize or anything special just threw the seeds in and watered. Thank you; my gardens are the envy of all the other ladies in town.

Sandie Hartman
Butte, North Dakota

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