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Arrowleaf Balsamroot

Balsamorhiza sagittata

Arrowleaf Balsamroot (Balsamorhiza sagittata) is a native perennial plant found across the western United States. It is recognized by its large, arrow-shaped leaves and bright yellow, sunflower-like blooms that appear in the spring. This drought-tolerant plant thrives in dry, rocky soils and is an important food source for wildlife, such as deer and pollinators. Its roots, leaves, and seeds have been traditionally used by indigenous peoples for food and medicine.

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Plant Data
Growing Instructions
Plant Data
Zones:  4, 5, 6, 7, 8
Growth Cycle:  Perennial
Light:  Full Sun
Water Needs:  Low, Low to Moderate
Color: 
Soil:  Tolerant of most soils, Chalky, Saline, Peaty, Sandy, Loam, Silty, Clay
Growth Rate:  Moderate
Maturity - (Vegetables Only): 
Edible:  Yes.
Height:  Up to 2 Feet, Up to 3 Feet
Evergreen:  No
Special Features:  Attracts Pollinators,Cold Hardy, Medicinal, Fodder and Wildlife
Warnings:  Uknown - Let us Know
Growing Instructions
How to Germinate Arrowleaf Balsamroot

How to Germinate Arrowleaf Balsamroot (Balsamorhiza sagittata)

  • Soak seeds in warm water for 12-24 hours to help soften the seed coat.
  • Cold stratify seeds by placing them in a moist medium (sand or paper towel) in the refrigerator for 4-6 weeks.
  • After stratification, plant seeds 1/4 inch deep in a well-draining soil mix.
  • Keep the soil moist but not waterlogged during germination, which may take 2-4 weeks.
  • Place the pots in a location with full sun exposure for optimal growth.
  • Once seedlings are large enough to handle, transplant them to their permanent outdoor location.

Additional Tips

  • Arrowleaf Balsamroot prefers full sun and well-drained, rocky or sandy soils.
  • Water sparingly; this plant is drought-tolerant once established and does not like overly wet conditions.
  • Avoid over-fertilizing, as these plants thrive in low-nutrient soils.
  • Prune dead foliage in late fall to keep the plant looking tidy and encourage new growth in spring.
  • Arrowleaf Balsamroot is a long-lived perennial and may take a few years to fully mature and bloom.
Arrowleaf Balsamroot

Arrowleaf Balsamroot

$3.95