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Ericameria paniculata

Also Known As

  • Desert Rabbitbrush
  • Mojave Rabbitbrush

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 2'-6'
  • W: 3'-7'

planting zones

  • 9a-10b

Ericameria paniculata plant details

Ericameria paniculata is a broadleaf deciduous, evergreen or semi-evergreen shrub with green foliage. In fall and summer yellow flowers emerge. 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 paniculata

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous, evergreen or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT - 7 FT - wide, 2 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in fall and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ericameria paniculata

USDA Zones: 9a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: low
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: gritty, rocky and well-drained

Gardening facts about Ericameria paniculata plant

How to Grow Ericameria paniculata

  • 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
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
    • deciduous
    • semi-evergreen

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aka Wide-leaved Rock Goldenbush

Plant Type

Shrub

Zones

9a-10b

Size

Height: 9"-12"

Width: 18"

  • sun
  • low - drought tolerant
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aka Turpentine Bush

Plant Type

Shrub

Zones

6a-10b

Size

Height: 2'-3'

Width: 2'-3'

  • sun
  • low - drought tolerant
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aka Interior Goldenbush, Narrowleaf Goldenbush

Plant Type

Shrub, Herb

Zones

9a-10b

Size

Height: 3'

Width: 4'

  • sun
  • low - drought tolerant
Photo of Ericameria linearifolia flower, foliage by Stan Shebs
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Plant Type

Shrub

Zones

9a-10b

Size

Height: 1'-6'

Width: 24"-36"

  • sun - mostly shade
  • regular - drought tolerant
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