Turpentine Bush
Turpentine Bush (Ericameria laricifolia) is a small
evergreen shrub that is native to New Mexico. It normally grows with a rounded
or spreading form to about 3’ tall and 3’ – 5’ wide.
Leaves
are elongated and somewhat resemble short fat pine needles.
When
leaves are crushed they emit a turpentine like or tart-lemony scent. Turpentine
Bush flowers in late summer or early fall. Bright yellow flowers cover the
plants making them a showy addition to the landscape. Flowers attract bees and
butterflies. Turpentine Bush is very heat and drought tolerant once
established.
During
fall and winter Turpentine Bush retains its green aromatic foliage.
Usually
remnant seed clusters persist on the plants into late fall and early winter
providing visual interest.
Turpentine
Bush is best grown with low to regular water on well-drained soils. It is hardy
to USDA Zone 6. This plant makes a great late flowering addition to the xeric
landscape.
Contact
Trees That Please Nursery for more information and pricing.
Photos
& Narrative By:
Stephen
SainStaff Plant Physiologist
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