Esteve's pincushion
Chaenactis stevioides
- Asteraceae
- Dicot
- Annual
- Forb/herb
About Esteve's pincushion
Esteve's pincushion is a charming annual wildflower that deserves a spot in any garden. Its delicate, pale yellow flower heads look like tiny, cheerful pincushions nodding in the breeze. Bees and other beneficial insects absolutely love visiting these flowers, so you'll be doing wonderful work supporting local wildlife while enjoying the cheerful blooms yourself. It's a real gem for bringing life and color to your garden beds.
Growing this native wildflower is wonderfully simple. Just give it a sunny spot and well-draining soil, and let it do what it does naturally. It appreciates regular watering when it's first getting established, and after that it's quite low-maintenance. You can plant seeds directly in the soil where you want them, and watch them spring to life. It's a joy to grow, and you'll love the results.