California Brittlebush, Coast Sunflower, Bush Sunflower, California Encelia
Fast-growing and easy to grow, Encelia californica (California Brittlebush) is a broad, much-branched sub-shrub with brittle branches bearing widely spaced, bright green, oval leaves. The foliage is semi-summer deciduous and tends to drop in times of drought. Profuse daisy-like flowers, 3 in. across (7 cm), with bright yellow rays surrounding dark brown center disks, are borne on long, leafless stalks in spring and early summer. Rich in nectar, they attract bees and butterflies. Small birds such as goldfinches are attracted to the seed heads. Requiring only minimal care to look its best, Encelia californica is a great choice for mixed borders or perennial beds in water-wise gardens. It makes a good cut flower.
Hardiness |
10 - 11 |
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Climate Zones | 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
Plant Type | Shrubs |
Plant Family | Compositae |
Common names | Brittlebush |
Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest | Spring (Early, Mid, Late), Summer (Early) |
Height | 2' - 3' (60cm - 90cm) |
Spread | 3' - 4' (90cm - 120cm) |
Spacing | 48" (120cm) |
Maintenance | Low |
Water Needs | Low |
Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Cut Flowers, Showy |
Native Plants | United States, Southwest, California, Arizona |
Tolerance | Drought |
Attracts | Bees, Birds, Butterflies |
Garden Uses | Banks And Slopes, Beds And Borders, Ground Covers |
Garden Styles | Mediterranean Garden, Informal and Cottage, Coastal Garden |
Hardiness |
10 - 11 |
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Climate Zones | 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
Plant Type | Shrubs |
Plant Family | Compositae |
Common names | Brittlebush |
Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest | Spring (Early, Mid, Late), Summer (Early) |
Height | 2' - 3' (60cm - 90cm) |
Spread | 3' - 4' (90cm - 120cm) |
Spacing | 48" (120cm) |
Maintenance | Low |
Water Needs | Low |
Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Cut Flowers, Showy |
Native Plants | United States, Southwest, California, Arizona |
Tolerance | Drought |
Attracts | Bees, Birds, Butterflies |
Garden Uses | Banks And Slopes, Beds And Borders, Ground Covers |
Garden Styles | Mediterranean Garden, Informal and Cottage, Coastal Garden |
How many Encelia californica (California Brittlebush) do I need for my garden?
Plant | Quantity | |
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Encelia californica (California Brittlebush) | N/A | Buy Plants |
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