Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Asteraceae

Genus:

Chrysothamnus

Species:

Chrysothamnus scopulorum

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Subshrub

Height:

3-4 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Bloom Months:

aug, sep, oct, nov

Bloom Colors:

Yellow

Native Range

United States: Arizona, Utah

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rocky, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil

pH:

6.0 - 8.0 (neutral to slightly alkaline)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

adapted to arid, mountainous regions