California Goldfields (Lasthenia Californica) is a annual herb in the Asteraceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 8-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Lasthenia californica, commonly known as California goldfields, is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family native to western North America.

California Goldfields

California Goldfields

Lasthenia Californica

Lasthenia californica, commonly known as California goldfields, is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family native to western North America.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
annual
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Low
Light
Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
8-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy, gravelly
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, pollinator attractor, ornamental

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for California Goldfields

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

Humidity Trick

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Growth Hack

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Taxonomy

Family:Asteraceae
Genus:Lasthenia