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Dryas drummondii - Yellow Mountain Avens
Dryas drummondii - Yellow Mountain Avens
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Yellow Mountain Avens is a hardy, ground-hugging perennial with bright yellow, buttercup-like flowers that bloom from late spring into summer. Its nectar-rich blooms attract native bees, butterflies, and hoverflies, making it an important early-season pollinator plant. The evergreen, leathery green leaves form dense mats that provide year-round ground cover and help stabilize soil on exposed slopes and disturbed ground.
With a creeping growth habit, Yellow Mountain Avens is ideal for rock gardens, alpine plantings, xeriscapes, and reclamation projects. It thrives in well-drained soils, tolerating drought, wind, and nutrient-poor conditions. As a key pioneer species, it is one of the first plants to colonize de-glaciated landscapes, landslides, and recently disturbed alpine soils. Its nitrogen-fixing roots help enrich the soil and support ecological recovery. Its tough, leathery foliage is generally unpalatable to deer and other herbivores, making it a reliable choice in browsing-prone areas.
Bloom Times & Plant Sizes
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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Edible & Medicinal Info Disclaimer
The Edible & Medicinal information on this site is for informational purposes only and should not be acted on without thorough research and professional guidance. We are not responsible for any adverse effects resulting from the use of or misidentification of plants.
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Plant Specifics
Seeds Per Pack
Seeds Per Package: 25
Light Conditions
- Sun
Soil Conditions
- Well Drained
- Sandy
- Gravelly
- Dry
Height
- Under 6"
- Under 12"
Width
- Mat Forming
Bloom Colour
- Yellow
Month of Bloom
- June
- July
Vigorousness
- Slow
Deer Resistance
Features
- Butterflies
- Bees
- Attractive Seed Heads
- Used as Groundcover
- Urban Spaces
- Rural Spaces
- Medicinal Properties
Chinook Exposure
- Fully Exposed
Distribution Info
In Canada, Yellow Mountain Avens is found from BC to MB, as well as in YT, NT, and NU and occurs in at high-elevation regions of the northwestern U.S.
Traditional Edible & Medicinal Info
Dryas drummondii leaf tea was used to ease stomach ailments and inflammation, while its astringent properties made it beneficial for skin treatments and wound healing. It is not considered toxic, but excessive consumption may cause digestive upset.