Brittlebush
Encelia farinosa
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A hardy desert shrub with silvery-gray foliage and bright yellow daisy-like flowers that bloom in spring and early summer. Extremely drought-tolerant once established and requires minimal water and maintenance.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native to the United States
Native Range
Southwestern United States and Sonora, Mexico
Native to: Arizona, California, Nevada, Utah
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Season of Interest
Shrub
Woody multi-stem plants at eye level.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Flood Tolerance
pH Range
Soil Texture
Function & Care
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
A hardy desert shrub with silvery-gray foliage and bright yellow daisy-like flowers that bloom in spring and early summer. Extremely drought-tolerant once established and requires minimal water and maintenance.
Climate Match for your location
See how well Brittlebush grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native to the United States
Native Range
Southwestern United States and Sonora, Mexico
Native to: Arizona, California, Nevada, Utah
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Season of Interest
Shrub
Woody multi-stem plants at eye level.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Flood Tolerance
pH Range
Soil Texture
Function & Care
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation