Yellow Twig Rabbitbrush (Chrysothamnus)
Chrysothamnus nauseosus Yellow Twig
SKU: HC014515
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Overview
Yellow Twig rabbit brush provides fall and winter interest in xeric landscapes. Blooming in early fall with clusters of deep yellow flowers, the plant has bright chartreuse-yellow stems in winter. A High Country Gardens introduction. Drought resistant/drought tolerant plant (xeric).
key features
Botanical Name
Chrysothamnus nauseosus Yellow Twig
Growing Zones
Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8
Advantages
Native, Bee Friendly, Attracts Butterflies, Deer Resistant, Naturalizes, Fragrant, Evergreen, Privacy, Erosion Control
Light Requirements
Full Sun
Mature Height
5-6' tall
Bloom Time
Early to mid fall
SKU
HC014515
Description
5-6' tall x 5-6' wide. ‘Yellow Twig’ is a plant I found one winter when I spotted its bright yellow stems glowing above the snowy ground around it. Use it like a xeric Yellow Twigged dogwood, to brighten the landscape, especially in winter. The foliage is mid-green and the large yellow flower heads light up the xeriscape in fall. Rabbit brush is an invaluable source of nectar and pollen for feeding the bees in autumn. Cut back by 1/3 once every 3rd or 4th spring after blooming to keep to moderate size. Plant with Rhus, Forestiera
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