Encelia farinosa

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Brittlebush, Incienso

 
California Native Plant
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Information by: George Hull MSN        Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

Description

This dependable mounding shrub reaches 1'-3' tall and wide. Leaves are evergreen and silvery gray but will turn green with more water. Bright yellow, 1" wide daisies appear in spring and summer. Short lived individual plants but will reseed. A great shrub for difficult situations such as a hillside. Damaged in mid 20 degrees F. It does well in hot areas with well draining soil. Be careful of root rot in heavy soils. Do not overwater.

 

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Plant Type

Shrub

 

Height Range

1-3'

 

Flower Color

Yellow

 

Flower Season

Spring, Summer

 

Leaf Color

Grey Green, Grey, White

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Check the soil's moisture level before watering.

You can reduce your water use 20-50% by regularly checking the soil before watering.