Ambrosia dumosa
White Bursage
Description
Rapid growing woody perennial reaches mature size of 2' x 3'. Leaves are gray and overed with short white hairs. The stems are white stems. It blooms spring and fall. Pollen can cause allergic reactions. Beware of burs that can be a nuisance to socks and pets. Grows in loose well drained soil. Full sun. Very drought tolerant. Nice contrast with coarse textured shrubs in desert landscapes. Native to southwestern US.
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
Green, White
Flower Season
Spring, Summer, Fall
Leaf Color
Light Green, Grey, Silver
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full
Water
Low
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Poor, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral, Basic
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Ranch, Spanish, Wild Garden
Accenting Features
Unusual Foliage
Seasonal Interest
Winter, Spring, Fall
Location Uses
Background, Foundation, Parking Strip, Patio, Parking Lot, Raised Planter, With Rocks
Special Uses
Erosion Control, Filler, Mass Planting, Naturalizing, Small Spaces
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Use multiple cycles of irrigation on watering days. Most sprinklers deliver water faster than soils can absorb it.
By breaking up the watering time into smaller segments, runoff can be greatly reduced.