An upright, weedy wildflower, found in sandy, dry, and disturbed areas. Its stems are quite hairy, and produces small red flowers. This easy-going species blooms from Summer to Fall.
Hairy Pinweed
Lechea mucronata
Duration
Perennial
Plant Type
Wildflower
Available
Yes
Sizes Available
Height
1-3 feet
Spread
1-2 feet
Bloom Season
Early Summer - Early Fall
Flower Colors
Red
Sun Tolerance
Soil Tolerance
Average,
Sandy,
Dry
Features
Image
Reference Links
https://www.marylandbiodiversity.com/view/2240
Photo courtesy of Wayne Longbottom
QR
https://db.linpi.org/lemu
Code
LEMU