California Yerba Santa (Eriodictyon Californicum) is a perennial shrub in the Boraginaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low to medium watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 7-10. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Eriodictyon californicum is an evergreen aromatic shrub native to California and parts of Oregon, known for its leathery leaves and clusters of pale lavender flowers.

California Yerba Santa

California Yerba Santa

Eriodictyon Californicum

Eriodictyon californicum is an evergreen aromatic shrub native to California and parts of Oregon, known for its leathery leaves and clusters of pale lavender flowers.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
low to medium
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
7-10

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

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

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for California Yerba Santa

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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Taxonomy

Family:Boraginaceae
Genus:Eriodictyon