Golden Yarrow
Eriophyllum confertiflorum
Also listed as Bahia confertiflora
Also known as Yellow-yarrow
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A compact California native shrub with finely textured, silvery-green foliage and clusters of small golden-yellow flowers. Extremely drought-tolerant once established and excellent for dry gardens and xeriscape landscapes.
Why grow it
Golden Yarrow fills a niche among California native shrubs for extremely arid sites where even many drought-tolerant species struggle. Its fine, silvery foliage and extended flowering period offer textural contrast and color to xeriscape palettes without the water demands of comparable ornamental shrubs. It establishes quickly once rooted and requires minimal maintenance or amendment in poor soils, making it practical for low-input landscapes.
Watch out for
Plants may become sparse or leggy in partial shade or overly fertile soils, where they tend toward less compact growth than in full sun with lean conditions. Established plants rarely need water, but young plants benefit from consistent moisture during their first growing season to develop deep roots; overwatering mature specimens invites root rot in poorly drained sites.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
- Asteraceae
Native to the United States
Native Range
California native
Native to: California
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Season of Interest
Shrub
Woody multi-stem plants at eye level.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
A compact California native shrub with finely textured, silvery-green foliage and clusters of small golden-yellow flowers. Extremely drought-tolerant once established and excellent for dry gardens and xeriscape landscapes.
Climate Match for your location
See how well Golden Yarrow grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Why grow it
Golden Yarrow fills a niche among California native shrubs for extremely arid sites where even many drought-tolerant species struggle. Its fine, silvery foliage and extended flowering period offer textural contrast and color to xeriscape palettes without the water demands of comparable ornamental shrubs. It establishes quickly once rooted and requires minimal maintenance or amendment in poor soils, making it practical for low-input landscapes.
Watch out for
Plants may become sparse or leggy in partial shade or overly fertile soils, where they tend toward less compact growth than in full sun with lean conditions. Established plants rarely need water, but young plants benefit from consistent moisture during their first growing season to develop deep roots; overwatering mature specimens invites root rot in poorly drained sites.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
- Asteraceae
Native to the United States
Native Range
California native
Native to: California
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Season of Interest
Shrub
Woody multi-stem plants at eye level.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
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