Is Golden Storksbill good for the Colorado Front Range?

Yes, Golden Storksbill is a well-suited perennial for Colorado's Front Range.

How far apart do I plant Golden Storksbill?

Space Golden Storksbill about 10 in apart for a faster, fuller bed, or up to 14 in apart for a looser planting.

Is Golden Storksbill hardy on the Front Range?

Golden Storksbill is hardy in USDA 5 to 8. The Colorado Front Range spans roughly USDA 4b to 6a, so it is at its cold edge here. Site it in a warm microclimate and protect young plants.

How much water does Golden Storksbill need?

It needs low water once established.

Is Golden Storksbill native to Colorado?

No. It is not a Colorado native, but it grows well on the Front Range.

How long does Golden Storksbill bloom?

Golden Storksbill blooms for several weeks, a long-season performer on the Front Range. Bloom timing shifts a week or two with elevation and spring weather.

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Golden Storksbill

Erodium chrysanthum

Compiled by Nicholas Julia · Reviewed against CSU Extension & Plant Select® · Updated 2026-10-30

Golden Storksbill (Erodium chrysanthum) is a perennial suited to the Colorado Front Range. It matures to about 6 to 10 in tall and 10 to 14 in wide, needs low water, and prefers full sun to partial shade. Soft silver fern-like foliage with primrose-yellow flowers all summer.

Plant Select®low water6 to 10 in tall and 10 to 14 in wideXeric / water-wise

Photos

Photo 1: Meneerke bloem, Wikimedia Commons (CC-BY-SA)
Photo 2: Meneerke bloem, Wikimedia Commons (CC-BY-SA)
Photo 3: Meneerke bloem, Wikimedia Commons (CC-BY-SA)

At a glance

Will it survive here?

Hardiness zones: USDA 5 to 8
Water needs: low water
Sun: Best in full sun; tolerates partial shade.
Soil: loam, sandy, well drained only
Soil pH: 6.5 to 8.0
Hail tolerance: high
Wind tolerance: high
Salt tolerance: moderate

How big, what shape?

Mature size: 6 to 10 in tall and 10 to 14 in wide
Planting spacing: ~10 to 14 in apart

What it looks like, and when

Bloom time: late spring, early summer, mid summer
Bloom color: yellow, cream
Bloom length: Long (several weeks)
Foliage: Semi-evergreen

Who else benefits

Pollinator value: moderate
Deer: Not rated
Colorado native: No

Also worth knowing

Fire rating: Not rated

Planting & establishment

Deep water every 1 to 2 weeks during establishment (first growing season), then water sparingly per Plant Select guidance.

Frequently asked questions

Is Golden Storksbill good for the Colorado Front Range?: Yes, Golden Storksbill is a well-suited perennial for Colorado's Front Range.
How big does Golden Storksbill get?: It matures to about 6 to 10 in tall and 10 to 14 in wide.
How far apart do I plant Golden Storksbill?: Space Golden Storksbill about 10 in apart for a faster, fuller bed, or up to 14 in apart for a looser planting.
Is Golden Storksbill hardy on the Front Range?: Golden Storksbill is hardy in USDA 5 to 8. The Colorado Front Range spans roughly USDA 4b to 6a, so it is at its cold edge here. Site it in a warm microclimate and protect young plants.
How much water does Golden Storksbill need?: It needs low water once established.
Is Golden Storksbill native to Colorado?: No. It is not a Colorado native, but it grows well on the Front Range.
How long does Golden Storksbill bloom?: Golden Storksbill blooms for several weeks, a long-season performer on the Front Range. Bloom timing shifts a week or two with elevation and spring weather.