Encelia farinosa
Brittlebush, Incienso
Description
Grey-mounding shrub 3' x 3'. White if very dry. Bright yellow 1" daisies spring and summer. Found in Sonoran & Mojave deserts on sandy or gravelly soils. Rapid growth following rain. Short lived individual plants but will reseed to maintain populations. Drought dormant. Deciduous. Damaged in mid 20 degrees F. Good in hottest areas. Lance or ovate leaves. Aphids will attack as will flea beetles. Be careful of root rot in heavy soils. Overgrown and fragile if overwatered.
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
1-3', 3-6'
Flower Color
Yellow
Flower Season
Spring, Summer
Leaf Color
Grey Green, Grey, White
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Fix leaking sprinklers, valves, and pipes.
One broken spray sprinkler can waste 10 gallons per minute - or 100 gallons in a typical 10 minute watering cycle.