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Ericameria linearifolia ~ Narrowleaf Goldenbush

Ericameria linearifolia grows through much of California's hot interior in the Chapparal, Creosote and Joshua Tree habitats. Narrowleaf Goldenbush has a long blooming period from Winter through Spring. Ericameria linearifolia grows 2-4 feet tall. The green foliage is topped by golden yellow flowers when moisture is available Summer into Fall. There are a host of butterflies that regularly visit the blooming Narrowleaf Goldenbush including the Mournful Duskywing, Great Purple Hairstreak, Hedgerow Hairstreak, Gray Hairstreak, White Checkered Skipper, Northern White Skipper, California Common Ringlet, Mormon Metalmark, and the Painted Lady.

Ericameria linearifolia, Narrowleaf Goldenbush

Flowers and foliage of Ericameria linearifolia - Narrowleaf Goldenbush. High resolution photos are part of our garden image collection.

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