Goldenbush
Ericameria × bolanderi
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Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Asteraceae
- Genus:
- Ericameria
- Species:
- Ericameria × bolanderi
Growth Characteristics
- Life Cycle:
- Perennial
- Growth Habit:
- Shrub
- Height:
- 2-3 ft
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Drought Tolerance:
- High
- Bloom Months:
- aug, sep, oct, nov
- Bloom Colors:
- Yellow
- Landscaping Shrub:
- Yes
Native Range
United States: California
Keystone Species Ranking
- Bee Keystone:
- ★☆☆☆☆ Based on number of native bee species using this genus for pollen and nectar (Source: National Wildlife Federation)
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil
- pH:
- 5.5 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- dry to moderate
- Notes:
- native to rocky slopes and open areas
Germination Information
Pre-treatment: Seeds are placed in cold stratification. However, some protocols suggest that no stratification is required. Bulk sowing of plumed seed with light covering is also suggested.
Establishment: Germination occurs equally in light and dark, and greater in light than dark. There is conflicting information on whether cold stratification is required for pre-treatment.
Source: npn.rngr.net