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California Brittlebush

Encelia Californica 'El Dorado'

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Overview

The El Dorado Sunflower, Encelia californica 'El Dorado', is a drought-tolerant perennial thriving in USDA zones 8-10. It features golden-yellow daisy-like flowers spanning 2-3 inches across atop sturdy stems. A full sun lover, it reaches 3-4 feet in height and width. Blooming occurs from early spring through summer, attracting pollinators with its vibrant display. Its low-maintenance nature requires minimal watering, perfect for water-wise landscapes.

Sun FullWater Extra in Summer, LowZones 9–10Type Shrub, Wildflower
California Brittlebush (Encelia Californica 'El Dorado') — is a drought-tolerant perennial thriving in USDA zones 8-10
California Brittlebush (Encelia Californica 'El Dorado') — It features golden-yellow daisy-like flowers spanning 2-3 inches across atop sturdy stemsCalifornia Brittlebush (Encelia Californica 'El Dorado') — golden hues to any garden designCalifornia Brittlebush (Encelia Californica 'El Dorado') — Blooming occurs from early spring through summer, attracting pollinators with its vibrant displayCalifornia Brittlebush (Encelia Californica 'El Dorado') — not only add vibrant color but also attract a variety of pollinatorsCalifornia Brittlebush (Encelia Californica 'El Dorado') — This cultivar is characterized by its robustCalifornia Brittlebush (Encelia Californica 'El Dorado') — with a similar spread of 3 to 4 feet+12

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Extra in Summer, Low
USDA zones
9–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Shrub, Wildflower
Family
Compositae

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California Brittlebush (Encelia Californica 'El Dorado') — is a drought-tolerant perennial thriving in USDA zones 8-10
California Brittlebush (Encelia Californica 'El Dorado') — It features golden-yellow daisy-like flowers spanning 2-3 inches across atop sturdy stems
California Brittlebush (Encelia Californica 'El Dorado') — golden hues to any garden design
California Brittlebush (Encelia Californica 'El Dorado') — Blooming occurs from early spring through summer, attracting pollinators with its vibrant display
California Brittlebush (Encelia Californica 'El Dorado') — not only add vibrant color but also attract a variety of pollinators
California Brittlebush (Encelia Californica 'El Dorado') — This cultivar is characterized by its robust
California Brittlebush (Encelia Californica 'El Dorado') — with a similar spread of 3 to 4 feet
California Brittlebush (Encelia Californica 'El Dorado') — making it a suitable selection for xeriscape gardens or dry climate regions.<br><br>For optimal
California Brittlebush (Encelia Californica 'El Dorado') — which emerge prolifically from late winter through to early summer
California Brittlebush (Encelia Californica 'El Dorado') — provide this perennial with full sun exposure
California Brittlebush (Encelia Californica 'El Dorado') — each spanning roughly 2 to 3 inches in diameter
California Brittlebush (Encelia Californica 'El Dorado') — Pruning spent flowers can encourage a longer blooming period
California Brittlebush (Encelia Californica 'El Dorado') — typically reaching heights of 3 to 4 feet
California Brittlebush (Encelia Californica 'El Dorado') — commonly known as the El Dorado Sunflower
California Brittlebush (Encelia Californica 'El Dorado') — is a prized perennial native to the Californian landscape
California Brittlebush (Encelia Californica 'El Dorado') — Encelia californica 'El Dorado' is drought-tolerant once established
California Brittlebush (Encelia Californica 'El Dorado') — Its low-maintenance nature requires minimal watering, perfect for water-wise landscapes
California Brittlebush (Encelia Californica 'El Dorado') — A full sun lover, it reaches 3-4 feet in height and width
California Brittlebush (Encelia Californica 'El Dorado') — ensuring it receives at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily
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