Acourtia thurberi, commonly known as Thurber’s Desertpeony, is a deciduous perennial herb native to the desert grasslands and oak woodlands of the Southwestern United States and Mexico. It typically grows to a height of 3-5 feet (0.9-1.5 meters) and a width of 0.3-0.8 feet (0.09-0.2 meters). This plant features a bushy form with narrow leaves and produces clusters of showy pink to purple flowers during the summer and fall months, which are attractive to pollinators.

Thurber’s Desertpeony is valued for its drought tolerance and vibrant floral display, making it a suitable choice for xeriscaping, native plant gardens, and as a border plant in areas with dry climates. It thrives in full sun to part shade and requires well-drained soils, preferably with a gravelly or sandy composition to mimic its natural habitat. While it is generally low-maintenance, overwatering or poor drainage can lead to root rot. It is also important to note that this plant may not be winter-hardy in colder regions and should be protected or treated as an annual in such climates.CC BY-SA 4.0