Layia platyglossa, commonly called coastal tidytips or tidy tips, is an annual wildflower native to western North America, particularly California and southwestern regions. Characterized by distinctive daisy-like flowers with bright yellow petals tipped in white, this cheerful annual is drought-tolerant and easy to grow.
Before sowing
No pre-treatment needed — sow directly.
No pretreatment needed
Sowing
What to expect
Tips
Seeds need light to germinate; do not cover seeds or cover only lightly. Requires full sun and well-drained soil. Higher temperatures above 75°F can prevent germination. Sow in fall in mild climates or early spring after last frost in colder regions. This species exhibits temperature-related afterripening.
Sources: Wildflower.org, Everwilde Farms, Wildseed Farms, Native Flora Seeds, Theodore Payne Foundation, Wikipedia, California Native Plant Society
