Sisyrinchium californicum

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Yellow-Eyed Grass

 
California Native Plant
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Description

The yellow-eyed grass is a grass-like perennial that grows 4"-2' tall. It produces yellow spring flowers and can tolerate wet soils. This perennial needs shade, is native to CA, and high watering.

 

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Plant Type

Perennial

 

Height Range

Under 1', 1-3'

 

Flower Color

Yellow

 

Flower Season

Spring

 

Leaf Color

Green, Yellow Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

Black

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Replace turf with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs. If you have areas where no one uses the grass, patches that do not grow well, or a turf area too small to water without runoff, consider replacing the turf with water-efficient landscaping.