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Bush Poppy

 
California Native Plant
Plant photo of: Olea europaea
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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Susan Frommer

 

Description

This medium to large branched shrub, with blue, gray-green foliage topped by yellow poppies make it valuable for backgrounds and large scale situations. It should be pruned to 3' after flowering.Do not provide this shrub with summer water.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Design Styles

Mediterranean, Ranch, Seascape, Spanish, Wildgarden

 

Accenting Features

Showyflower, Specimen

 

Seasonal Interest

Spring

 

Location Uses

Background, Foundation

 

Special Uses

Erosioncontrol, Naturalizing

 

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

To reduce soil moisture loss, apply 3-to-4 inches of organic mulch around plants - - but away from the trunk.