Also known as Tarweed · 6 saves
Hemizonia
Hemizonia, the genus most gardeners know as tarweed. We track 1 varieties; the ones most used by real gardeners.
The 1 most-saved Hemizonia varieties
Species of Hemizonia
Each one is a parent of the varieties above.
Track your Hemizonia in Sow
Save the Hemizonia you grow and get care reminders timed to your zone.
Hemizonia questions
How many types of Hemizonia are there?
The Sow catalog tracks 1 distinct Hemizonia varieties. The most popular — ranked by 6 real gardeners — are shown first above.
What zones does Hemizonia grow in?
Across its varieties, Hemizonia covers USDA Zones 8–10. Individual varieties differ — each plant page lists its exact range, and Sow filters the catalog to your zone automatically.
When does Hemizonia bloom?
Most Hemizonia varieties bloom in summer to fall. Staggering early, mid, and late varieties extends the genus's season in one bed.
Which Hemizonia should I choose?
Start from the most-saved varieties above — popularity across thousands of gardens is a strong signal of reliability — then filter by your zone and sun. In the Sow app you can preview any of them in a photo of your actual yard before you buy.