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Encelia californica

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Coast Sunflower, Coast Encelia

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

 

Description

Encelia californica is a fast growing woody subshrub with bright green foliage and yellow daisy-type flowers. It can be used effectively in the natural landscape with regular pruning to maintain form. It is more commonly used in native restoration work.In inland situations, it requires more regular water. It grows to 3'-5' tall and 3'-5' wide.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Design Styles

Rockery, Seascape, Wildgarden

 

Accenting Features

Showyflower

 

Seasonal Interest

Spring

 

Location Uses

Bank, Bedding, Background, Shrub Border, Withrocks

 

Special Uses

Filler, Fireresistant, Naturalizing

 

Attracts Wildlife

Butterflies

Water Saving Tip:

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