• Close-up of bright yellow flowers of Physaria didymocarpa (Common Twinpod), each with four rounded petals and slender yellow stamens. The vivid blossoms cluster tightly at the tip of the green, fuzzy stems.
  • A rosette of silvery-green leaves surrounded by clusters of cheerful yellow Physaria didymocarpa (Common Twinpod) flowers, blooming against smooth river rocks. A small black beetle perches on one of the buds, adding contrast to the bright yellow petals.
  • Top-down view of Physaria didymocarpa (Common Twinpod) growing in rocky soil, with gray-green basal leaves and multiple upright stems tipped with small golden-yellow flower clusters. The compact plant stands out brightly against the scattered stones.
  • A dense, rounded mound of Physaria didymocarpa (Common Twinpod) covered in dozens of small yellow flower clusters. The silvery foliage forms a tight base, while vivid blossoms burst outward across the dry, gravelly ground.
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Physaria didymocarpa - Common Twinpod

Physaria didymocarpa - Common Twinpod

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Common Twinpod has silvery-green, fuzzy foliage that forms compact mounds, providing year-round texture, while its bright yellow, four-petaled flowers bloom from late spring to early summer. The flowers attract native bees, butterflies, and other pollinators, serving as an important nectar source in dry habitats. As the season progresses, its distinctive twin seed pods develop, adding further visual interest. This hardy, low-growing perennial thrives in dry, rocky soils, making it an excellent choice for xeriscapes, rock or crevice gardens, and exposed, self-sustaining landscapes, suitable for both urban and rural plantings.

Well-adapted to poor soils and drought conditions, Common Twinpod provides beauty, soil stabilization, and ecological value in tough environments. Its tough, hairy foliage makes it unpalatable to deer and other herbivores, giving it high grazing resistance.

Bloom Times & Plant Sizes

Important Information - The "Bloom Period" is an indicator of the time period within which the wildflowers will bloom and does not describe the time period that a single plant will bloom.  The "Sizes" listed are intended to be a general guideline to consult during plant selection. - Plant growth and bloom times will vary depending on geographical location & individual site conditions.

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Plant Specifics

Seeds Per Pack

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Light Conditions

  • Sun

Soil Conditions

  • Dry
  • Sandy
  • Gravelly
  • Well Drained

Height

  • Under 6"

Width

  • Under 6"
  • Under 12"

Bloom Colour

  • Yellow

Month of Bloom

  • May
  • June
  • July

Vigorousness

  • Moderate
  • Fast

Deer Resistance

  • High

Features

  • Butterflies
  • Bees
  • Long Bloom Time
  • Attractive Seed Heads
  • Urban Spaces
  • Rural Spaces
  • Edible Parts
  • Good in Containers

Chinook Exposure

  • Fully Exposed

Distribution Info

Native to BC, AB, SK, and MB, extending into the western and central U.S.. Found in gravel bars, steep shale outcrops, rocky slopes and flats, gravelly prairies, grasslands, and montane regions.

Traditional Edible & Medicinal Info

Indigenous groups traditionally gathered seeds of Physaria didymocarpa as a food source.