Bush Sunflower, Encelia californica
Bush Sunflower, Encelia californica
3 inch Pot - 8 to 12" tall plant in 6" diameter x 7" tall pot. SHIPPABLE
1 gallon Pot - 8 to 16" tall plant in 5" x 5" x 6" tall pot. SHIPPABLE
Small Tree Pot - 8 to 16" tall plant in 5" x 5" x 6" tall pot. SHIPPABLE
Large Tree Pot - 8 to 16" tall plant in 5" x 5" x 12" tall pot. SHIPPABLE
3 gallon Pot - 18 to 36" tall plant in 10" diameter x 8" tall pot. IN STORE ONLY
5 gallon Pot - 30" to 60" tall plant in 11" diameter x 10" tall pot. IN STORE ONLY
15 gallon Pot - 60" to 75" tall plant in 17" diameter x 15" tall pot. IN STORE ONLY
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Bush Sunflower (Encelia californica) is a vibrant, fast-growing shrub from the Daisy family, ideal for native and pollinator gardens. Its large yellow flowers bloom from winter to spring, attracting butterflies and bees while offering excellent cut flower potential. After flowering, its seeds serve as a valuable food source for small, seed-eating birds. This resilient plant supports wildlife and establishes quickly, making it a reliable choice for gardeners aiming to enhance biodiversity.
ABOUT THIS PLANT
Botanic Name: Encelia californica
Common Names:
Bush Sunflower,
Growth Structure: 2-5ft tall, 3-7ft wide
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Pruning Season: After it goes semi-deciduous in the summer, this plant can be cut to the ground and will come back nicely. Because of its tendency to sprawl or become floppy, it can also be pruned after flowering to encourage more flowers and more compact growth
Dormancy: Summer, Semi-deciduous
Cold Tolerance: Tolerates cold to 30 Degrees
Flowers? Yes, Yellow
Native to: Ca Native
Recommended Size for Container Growing: 5 Gallon
