Ericameria laricifolia
Turpentine Bush
Description
Low mounding evergreen shrub grows to 2' x 3'. Tiny dark green, needle like leaves have aroma of turpentine. Yellow clusters of flowers appear late summer to fall. Seeds attract birds. Native to southwest U.S. and Mexcio.
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
Yellow
Flower Season
Summer, Fall
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full
Water
Low
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Rocky
Soil Condition
Average, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral, Basic
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Spanish, Wild Garden
Accenting Features
Fragrance, Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Parking Strip, Patio, Park, Raised Planter, Swimming Pool, Walkways, With Rocks
Special Uses
Mass Planting, Small Spaces
Attracts Wildlife
Birds, Butterflies
Water Saving Tip:
Apply a 2" layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.
Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost, or aged sawdust.
Inorganic mulches such as gravel are also acceptable.