{"product_id":"oregon-gumweed","title":"Oregon Gumweed","description":"\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"164\" data-start=\"0\"\u003eOregon Gumweed is a tough and resilient native perennial that produces striking sunflower-yellow blooms from mid-summer well into the fall. Adapted to arid environments, it grows easily in gravelly or nutrient-poor soil, making it an excellent choice for xeriscaping, restoration projects, and wildflower gardens. Its deep root system and natural resistance to drought make it an ideal low-maintenance addition to dryland landscapes. The plant’s sticky flower buds, which give gumweed its name, are a characteristic feature that also serve as a food and habitat source for pollinators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1236\" data-start=\"1021\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1059\" data-start=\"1021\"\u003eWhere Can You Grow Oregon Gumweed?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1062\" data-start=\"1059\"\u003eBest suited for Zones 5–9, Oregon Gumweed thrives in full sun and well-drained soil. It excels in rock gardens, dry meadows, roadside plantings, and areas with limited water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1613\" data-start=\"1238\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1269\" data-start=\"1238\"\u003eHistory and Historical Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1272\" data-start=\"1269\"\u003eTraditionally used in Indigenous and Western herbal medicine, Oregon Gumweed (Grindelia spp.) has been valued for its resinous flower heads, which were used to treat respiratory ailments and skin conditions. Its cheerful blooms and ability to grow in harsh conditions have long made it a favourite in wildflower meadows and native plantings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1824\" data-start=\"1615\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1644\" data-start=\"1615\"\u003eCanadian Zone Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1647\" data-start=\"1644\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1661\" data-start=\"1647\"\u003eZones 8–9:\u003c\/strong\u003e Direct sow in autumn or early spring for strong naturalised growth.\u003cbr data-end=\"1732\" data-start=\"1729\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1746\" data-start=\"1732\"\u003eZones 5–7:\u003c\/strong\u003e Start indoors 6–8 weeks before last frost or direct sow after frost danger.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1824\" data-start=\"1615\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0570\/7841\/5473\/files\/Plant_Hardiness.png?v=1734491528\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2178\" data-start=\"1826\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1868\" data-start=\"1826\"\u003eHow to Grow and Harvest Oregon Gumweed\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2178\" data-start=\"1826\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1884\" data-start=\"1871\"\u003ePlanting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sow seeds on the surface of soil and press in lightly; do not bury deeply.\u003cbr data-end=\"1962\" data-start=\"1959\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1975\" data-start=\"1962\"\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water regularly until established; drought-tolerant thereafter.\u003cbr data-end=\"2042\" data-start=\"2039\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2057\" data-start=\"2042\"\u003eHarvesting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cut mature blooms to encourage additional flowering.\u003cbr data-end=\"2113\" data-start=\"2110\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2129\" data-start=\"2113\"\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Little required; can be cut back in late autumn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2501\" data-start=\"2180\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2218\" data-start=\"2180\"\u003eSeed Saving Tips for Future Supply\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2501\" data-start=\"2180\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2236\" data-start=\"2221\"\u003eLet Flower:\u003c\/strong\u003e Allow some plants to fully mature and go to seed.\u003cbr data-end=\"2289\" data-start=\"2286\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2307\" data-start=\"2289\"\u003eCollect Seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e Harvest seed heads once they have dried and turned brown.\u003cbr data-end=\"2368\" data-start=\"2365\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2386\" data-start=\"2368\"\u003eDry and Clean:\u003c\/strong\u003e Remove seeds and allow to air dry completely.\u003cbr data-end=\"2435\" data-start=\"2432\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2445\" data-start=\"2435\"\u003eStore:\u003c\/strong\u003e Store in a cool, dry, dark place; viable for 3–5 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2584\" data-start=\"2503\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2527\" data-start=\"2503\"\u003eCertified Organic By\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2530\" data-start=\"2527\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"2582\" data-start=\"2530\"\u003eIslands Organics Producers Association (Cert#1962)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Metchosin Farm","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48811182227698,"sku":"MF-NATIVE-011","price":4.76,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0698\/4106\/0082\/files\/Oregon_Gumweed.jpg?v=1772481888","url":"https:\/\/homeandwell.ca\/fr\/products\/oregon-gumweed","provider":"Home \u0026 Well ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}