California Brittlebush (Encelia Californica) 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 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

A fast-growing, drought-tolerant perennial shrub native to coastal California and Baja California, known for its bright yellow daisy-like flowers and brittle branches.

California Brittlebush

California Brittlebush

Encelia Californica

A fast-growing, drought-tolerant perennial shrub native to coastal California and Baja California, known for its bright yellow daisy-like flowers and brittle branches.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
drought-tolerant
Light
Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
9-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

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

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for California Brittlebush

Jan
Prune
Feb
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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California Brittlebush
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Taxonomy

Family:Asteraceae
Genus:Encelia