Broom Snakeweed

Gutierrezia sarothrae, Asteraceae

Zones

4–9

Layer

Shrub

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Moderate

Guild Roles

Pollinator AttractorBeneficial Insect HabitatPest Confuser

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)

Water

Low (established)Moderate (seedling)

Soil pH

6.5 – 8.5

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Feather DaleaDalea formosa

Nitrogen Fixation

James' BuckwheatEriogonum jamesii

Wind Protection

Desert PincushionChaenactis stevioides

Nurse PlantPollinator Sharing

Antagonistic Plants

Threadleaf SnakeweedGutierrezia microcephala

Closely related snakeweed species compete intensely for resources and produce similar allelopathic compounds that inhibit each other's establishment

Resin SunflowerHelianthus resinosus

Snakeweed produces saponins and terpenoids that inhibit sunflower germination and establishment

Green-eyed ConeflowerRatibida tagetes

Snakeweed saponins and terpenoids inhibit prairie wildflower establishment including coneflowers

Uses

Functions

Attracts Specialist Solitary BeesSupports Beneficial WaspsFeeds HoverfliesProvides Late Season NectarAttracts Small Butterflies

Medicinal Uses

Traditional Respiratory Aid

Common Questions

What zones does Broom Snakeweed grow in?

Broom Snakeweed grows in USDA hardiness zones 4 through 9.

What are good companion plants for Broom Snakeweed?

Good companions for Broom Snakeweed include Feather Dalea, James' Buckwheat, Desert Pincushion.

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