Calylophus

Calylophus is an erect, bushy, semiwoody perennial that is
generally evergreen. It grows 1’ -3’ tall. Its bright yellow blooms
with a black dot in the center appear from March – August. Cut
back in early spring to the new emerging foliage. Can deadhead
after bloom. There is also a low-growing form of calylophus. Care
is the same for both types.

Planting Sites: The plant grows in dry, rocky, gravelly, sandy, or limestone-based soils in full sun or light shade.
Good drainage is essential.

Planting Instructions: Space plants 12”- 24” apart. Dig hole slightly larger than, but the same depth as the nursery
container. Carefully remove plant from container and gently loosen any compacted soil or roots around the root
ball. Plant at the same depth as the soil in the container. Add a light crushed granite or pebble mulch.

Watering Instructions: Water well after planting, using a root stimulator mixed according to directions. For about 3
months, water deeply when top 2 – 3” of soil is dry to promote deep roots that will withstand drought. Skip a
watering after a rainfall of ½” to 1”. Once established, Calylophus is very drought-tolerant.

Comments: Very drought and heat tolerant. Good plant for rock gardens and perennial beds. Good companion
plant for blackfoot daisy, big red sage, and damianita. Provides cover for birds and nectar for butterflies, insects,
and bees. Moderately deer resistant.

Planting and care instructions provided by the Lindheimer Chapters of the Native Plant Society of Texas