Cheesebush (Ambrosia Salsola) is a perennial shrub in the Asteraceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires drought-tolerant watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 8-11. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Ambrosia salsola is a perennial shrub native to California and the southwestern United States, known for its sprawling habit and pungent, cheese-like scented foliage.

Cheesebush

Cheesebush

Ambrosia Salsola

Ambrosia salsola is a perennial shrub native to California and the southwestern United States, known for its sprawling habit and pungent, cheese-like scented foliage.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
drought-tolerant
Light
Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
8-11

Safety

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Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
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Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, rocky, gravelly
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, erosion control, pollinator habitat

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Cheesebush

Jan
Prune
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Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Asteraceae
Genus:Ambrosia