Ericameria nauseosus
Chamisa, Rabbitbrush
Ericameria nauseosus
Category: deciduous shrub Size: medium
Mature Size: 6' by 3'
Zone: 1-11 Growth Rate: fast
Foliage: Long and narrow, greenish-gray with a soft felt-like covering
Elevation (if known):
Water: Drought tolerant, doesn't need much water
Soil : Thrives in wide range of soils and tolerates alkali soils.
Sun: Full
Comments: Does well in Alamosa. Beautiful yellow blooms in the fall. Is frequent in northern New Mexcio. Moved from genus chrysothamnus in 1993.
Warnings:
Alamosa Tree Board Recommended? no
Street Tree? no Street Tree Conditions:
CO/NM native? yes Native to: High desert, Rocky Mtns
Known Locations: Alta Fuels
Information Sources: Sunset Western Garden Book, Landscaping on the New Frontier, Wikipedia