Looking for the best Blackfoot Daisy care tips for your Austin landscape? Melampodium leucanthum, or the Blackfoot Daisy, is a tough-as-nails Texas native that thrives in the intense heat and sun of Central Texas. This low-growing, mounding perennial is famous for its abundance of white, daisy-like blooms that give off a sweet, honey-like fragrance.

In this video, Vivero Growers Nursery explores essential Blackfoot Daisy tips including its need for excellent drainage. While it is incredibly drought-tolerant, overwatering or planting in overly rich soil can actually shorten its lifespan.  For more detailed botanical information, you can view the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center profile for this species.

Proper Blackfoot Daisy care also involves strategic seasonal maintenance. We recommend cutting the plants back by about half in late winter to encourage a compact shape and prevent them from becoming leggy as they grow in the spring. Additionally, these plants are deer-resistant, making them a perfect addition to any butterfly garden or xeriscaped area in the Austin area.  *note deer resistant is not deer proof*

At Vivero Growers, we love using these daisies in rock gardens or as a front-of-border specimen. Because they bloom from spring through the first frost, they offer some of the longest-lasting white blooms available for our region. Watch our full guide now to see how to successfully incorporate this resilient native into your own outdoor space!