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    Amphipappus fremontii

    Also Known As

    • Amphipappus fremontii var. fremontii
    • Chaffbush
    • Fremont's Chaff Bush

    Plant type

    shrub, perennial

    size

    • H: 12"-24"
    • W: 12"-24"

    planting zones

    • 8b-11

    Amphipappus fremontii plant details

    Amphipappus fremontii is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial shrub with green foliage. In summer yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Amphipappus fremontii

    Plant type: perennial shrub
    Plant family: asteraceae
    Foliage: semi-evergreen green
    Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 12 IN - 24 IN - tall
    Flowers: yellow blooms in summer
    Uses: native plant, xeric

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Amphipappus fremontii

    USDA Zones: 8b - 11
    Sun exposure: sun
    Watering frequency: occasional - low
    Resistant to: deer, heat
    Soil needs: gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

    Gardening facts about Amphipappus fremontii plant

    How to Grow Amphipappus fremontii

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • occasional - drought tolerant

    • Soil Needs

      • lean
      • well-drained
      • rocky
      • gritty

    • Special Situation

      • heat tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • yellow

    • Wildlife

      • beneficial insects
      • bees
      • butterflies
      • deer resistant

    • Flower Season

      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • semi-evergreen

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