Bitter Bush (Selago Canescens) is a perennial shrub in the Scrophulariaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Selago canescens is an evergreen shrub with many long slender branches, growing between 1 and 1.5 meters high with glossy green, short, narrow, and soft leaves.

Bitter Bush

Bitter Bush

Selago Canescens

Selago canescens is an evergreen shrub with many long slender branches, growing between 1 and 1.5 meters high with glossy green, short, narrow, and soft leaves.

Quick Facts

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

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:ornamental, pollinator attractor

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Bitter Bush

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:Scrophulariaceae
Genus:Selago