Perennial · Deer-resistant
Zexmenia
Wedelia acapulcensis var. hispida
Also called: Orange Zexmenia, Hairy Wedelia
A tough, low mound of orange-gold daisies that blooms right through the summer with no help at all. One of the most drought-proof natives for the Hill Country.
Growing & care
Shear after the first flush to keep it compact. Thrives in rocky, alkaline soil and full sun. Essentially indestructible once established.
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In bloom: Apr–Nov · Colors: orange, yellow
Where to buy
Look for zexmenia (Wedelia acapulcensis var. hispida) at: native Texas nurseries, Prairie Moon Nursery.
Buying nursery-propagated natives — never collected from the wild — keeps
wild populations intact. Ask any seller where their stock comes from.
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