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California sunflower (Encelia californica) in full bloom at Seaside Gardens, Carpenteria CA
Encelia californica
California sunflower
Additional:
California sunflower (Encelia californica) is native to coastal scrub below 1,600 feet from Santa Barbara County south to northwestern Baja California.
California sunflower Growing and Maintenance Tips
Dead-head plants regularly - about every two weeks - during flowering to prolong the blooming season and keep the plants looking good.
Cut plants back hard every year in winter after flowering to prevent the plant from becoming too messy and floppy.
Height:
2-4 FeetSpread:
3-5 FeetSpacing:
3-5 FeetEncelia californica Characteristics
Attributes
- California native
- Evergreen
Flower color
- Yellow / Chartreuse
Foliage color
- Green / Blue-green
Growth habit (plant shape)
- Upright
Exposure
- Sunny all day - Coast
Season of interest (flowering)
- Summer
- Fall
- Spring
Wildlife appeal
- Attracts butterflies
- Attracts bees
- Attracts beneficial insects
Suggested uses
- Erosion control