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Encelia virginensis

Also Known As

  • Virgin River Brittlebush

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 3'-4'
  • W: 2'-3'

planting zones

  • 7a-9b

Encelia virginensis plant details

Encelia virginensis is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial with blue foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and low water. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average, gritty, rocky and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Encelia virginensis

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen blue
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 3 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Encelia virginensis

USDA Zones: 7a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: low
Soil needs: average, gritty, rocky and well-drained

Gardening facts about Encelia virginensis plant

How to Grow Encelia virginensis

  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rocky
    • gritty
  • Water Needs

    • low
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Sun Exposure

    • sun

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • blue
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Foliage Season

    • semi-evergreen

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