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    Ericameria laricifolia

    Also Known As

    • Turpentine Bush

    Plant type

    shrub

    size

    • H: 2'-3'
    • W: 2'-3'

    planting zones

    • 6a-10b

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    Ericameria laricifolia plant details

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

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Ericameria laricifolia

    Plant type: shrub
    Plant family: asteraceae
    Foliage: evergreen green
    Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
    Flowers: yellow blooms in fall and summer

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Ericameria laricifolia

    USDA Zones: 6a - 10b
    Sun exposure: sun
    Watering frequency: low
    Resistant to: heat
    Soil needs: gritty, rocky and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    The “turpentine bush” of the Southwest really does smell like turpentine when crushed, as the plant contains a small amount of rubber! This desert shrub has silvery stems and yellow flowers. In dry climates, takes -10 °F—try it in a hot sunny spot with excellent drainage.  DS.

    By: The Desert Northwest

    Gardening facts about Ericameria laricifolia plant

    How to Grow Ericameria laricifolia

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • low - drought tolerant

    • Soil Needs

      • well-drained
      • rocky
      • gritty

    • Special Situation

      • heat tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • yellow

    • Wildlife

      • bees

    • Flower Season

      • summer
      • fall

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

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    Plant Type

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    Zones

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    Size

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    Zones

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    Photo of Ericameria nauseosa flower by Stan Shebs
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    Plant Type

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    Zones

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    Size

    Height: 2'-6'

    Width: 3'-7'

    • sun
    • low - drought tolerant
    Photo of Ericameria paniculata flower by Stan Shebs
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