Chrysothamnus nauseosus
Yellow Rabbitbush
Description
Erect, free branching shrub. 6' tall x 3' wide. Gray green foliage drops off the plant and it blooms in late summer. Blooms are fluffy yellow flowers. Stems and leaves are aromatic.
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
3-6'
Flower Color
Yellow
Flower Season
Summer, Fall
Leaf Color
Grey
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full
Water
Very Low, Low
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Poor
Soil pH
Basic
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Meadow, Ranch, Spanish
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Background, Entry, Shrub Border, Foundation, Patio, Swimming Pool
Special Uses
Container, Mass Planting
Attracts Wildlife
Wildlife
Water Saving Tip:
Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems. Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.