Beach Tidytips (Layia Carnosa) is a annual herb in the Asteraceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Layia carnosa is a small, low-growing annual herb in the Asteraceae family, native and endemic to coastal sand dune habitats of California.

Beach Tidytips

Beach Tidytips

Layia Carnosa

Layia carnosa is a small, low-growing annual herb in the Asteraceae family, native and endemic to coastal sand dune habitats of California.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
annual
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Low
Light
Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
9-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, erosion control

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Beach Tidytips

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.

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Growth Hack

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Taxonomy

Family:Asteraceae
Genus:Layia