Skip to content
Log inStart trial

Yerba Santa

Eriodictyon Californicum

Design with this plant

Overview

Eriodictyon californicum, commonly known as Linear Leaved Goldenbush, is a resilient perennial shrub native to California. It boasts narrow, dark green leaves and clusters of yellow flowers, adding vibrant color and texture to any landscape. Typically reaching 3-4 feet in height and width, this drought-tolerant plant thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, making it a low-maintenance choice for water-wise gardens. Ideal for attracting pollinators and providing year-round interest.

Sun FullWater Very LowZones 9–11Type ShrubClimate Arid
Yerba Santa (Eriodictyon Californicum) — adding vibrant color and texture to any landscape
Yerba Santa (Eriodictyon Californicum) — dark green leaves and clusters of yellow flowersYerba Santa (Eriodictyon Californicum) — These leaves possess a unique stickiness and a fragrantYerba Santa (Eriodictyon Californicum) — is a resilient perennial shrub native to CaliforniaYerba Santa (Eriodictyon Californicum) — lance-shaped leaves that can grow up to 6 inches longYerba Santa (Eriodictyon Californicum) — scientifically referred to as Eriodictyon californicumYerba Santa (Eriodictyon Californicum) — this drought-tolerant plant thrives in full sun and well-drained soil+44

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Very Low
USDA zones
9–11

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Shrub
Family
Boraginaceae
Climate
Arid

See full data, regional cultivation notes, and design tools. Build a client presentation around this plant.

Start your 14-day trial

Photos (51)

Yerba Santa (Eriodictyon Californicum) — adding vibrant color and texture to any landscape
Yerba Santa (Eriodictyon Californicum) — dark green leaves and clusters of yellow flowers
Yerba Santa (Eriodictyon Californicum) — These leaves possess a unique stickiness and a fragrant
Yerba Santa (Eriodictyon Californicum) — is a resilient perennial shrub native to California
Yerba Santa (Eriodictyon Californicum) — lance-shaped leaves that can grow up to 6 inches long
Yerba Santa (Eriodictyon Californicum) — scientifically referred to as Eriodictyon californicum
Yerba Santa (Eriodictyon Californicum) — this drought-tolerant plant thrives in full sun and well-drained soil
Yerba Santa (Eriodictyon Californicum) — commonly known as Linear Leaved Goldenbush
Yerba Santa (Eriodictyon Californicum) — Ideal for attracting pollinators and providing year-round interest
Yerba Santa (Eriodictyon Californicum) — Typically reaching 3-4 feet in height and width
Yerba Santa (Eriodictyon Californicum) — This resilient plant typically reaches heights of around 3 to 5 feet
Yerba Santa (Eriodictyon Californicum) — making it a low-maintenance choice for water-wise gardens
Yerba Santa (Eriodictyon Californicum) — The Linear Leaved Goldenbush
Yerba Santa (Eriodictyon Californicum) — During the late spring and early summer
Yerba Santa (Eriodictyon Californicum) — a delightful sensory addition to the garden
Yerba Santa (Eriodictyon Californicum) — commonly known as Linear Leaved Goldenbush; adding vibrant color and texture to any landscape
Yerba Santa (Eriodictyon Californicum) — shrub with blue and pink and purple and white blooms
Yerba Santa (Eriodictyon Californicum) — aesthetically pleasing shrub that pays homage to the rich biodiversity of the Californian chaparral
Yerba Santa (Eriodictyon Californicum) — including bees and butterflies
Yerba Santa (Eriodictyon Californicum) — It's hardy from USDA zones 7 through 10 and can withstand temperatures as low as 10°F to 20°F
Yerba Santa (Eriodictyon Californicum) — When incorporating Eriodictyon californicum into a landscape design
Yerba Santa (Eriodictyon Californicum) — blue and pink and purple and white flowers in the garden
Yerba Santa (Eriodictyon Californicum) — Additionally, it's an eco-friendly choice that supports local wildlife and conservation efforts
Yerba Santa (Eriodictyon Californicum) — is a resilient perennial shrub native to California; this resilient plant typically reaches heights of around 3 to 5
Photographs by 8 contributors

Related plants

Blue-Eyed Mary, Creeping Forget-Me- (Omphalodes Verna) — requiring minimal upkeep beyond occasional watering during dry periods.<br><br>When, image 96

Ground cover

Blue-Eyed Mary, Creeping Forget-Me-

Omphalodes Verna

HalfUSDA 6–9
Blueweed (Echium Vulgare) — Noted for its vibrant blue flowers; although it favors well-drained soils and full sun conditions to achieve its full, image 54

Shrub

Blueweed

Echium Vulgare

FullUSDA 9–11
Borage (Borago Officinalis) — star-shaped flowers and fuzzy; borage reaches a mature height of approximately 2 to 3 feet with a similar spread

Annual

Borage

Borago Officinalis

FullUSDA 3–10
California Phacelia (Phacelia Californica) — commonly referred to as California phacelia; drought-tolerant once established

Perennial

California Phacelia

Phacelia Californica

FullUSDA 9–10
Chinese Forget-Me-Not (Cynoglossum Amabile) — adds a splash of color with its sky-blue blooms and contrasting white eye; its flowers peak from late spring to

Annual

Chinese Forget-Me-Not

Cynoglossum Amabile

FullUSDA 3–10
Common Comfrey (Symphytum Officinale) — blue flowers in the garden

Perennial

Common Comfrey

Symphytum Officinale

FullUSDA 4–8