Wyoming Townsend Daisy

Wyoming Townsend Daisy (Townsendia montana) is one of the gems of the Intermountain West, producing surprisingly large, colorful flowers on a plant that stays only a few inches tall. Its cheerful blooms seem to appear almost directly from the ground, creating a striking display among rocks, gravel, and other low-growing native plants. Because it naturally inhabits exposed mountain slopes and foothills, it thrives in challenging locations where many garden plants struggle.

This is a wonderful choice for a rock garden, alpine planting, or other spot where you want an authentic high-elevation native rather than a conventional garden perennial. It is naturally adapted to tough mountain conditions and doesn't need to be pampered once established. Its compact size makes it ideal for small spaces, crevices, and the front edges of water-wise gardens where its delicate flowers can be appreciated up close.

Photo Credits: Nolan Exe 1, Matt Berger 2, 3, Crothfels 4

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