A decidedly cheerful California native  Layia platyglossa  or tidy tips as it?s commonly known  can be found in natural environments including sunny meadows  coastal hillsides  or along transient vernal pools.  Tidy tips produces a multitude of daisy-like flowers from early spring until summer  about March through June  featuring bright yellow centers and yellow petals that are neatly edged in white.  The pleasing scalloped edge to the flowers lends itself to a cottage garden look.  These annual plants grow just about 6 inches high and spread to about a foot.  Tidy tips look spectacular planted en masse on a hillside or clearing  and blend in well with other wildflowers like California poppies.  Tidy tips prefers full sun  does not mind clay or loamy soils  and needs a bit more watering than some other California natives.  A great plant for attracting butterflies!