Encelia californica - Bush Sunflower

Evergreen perennial to 3 - 4 ft. Multi-branched. yellow daisy-like flowers throughout the spring attract native bees and butterflies; seeds attract songbirds. Makes a pretty cut flower. Deadhead to extend bloom season. Prune back entire plant in late summer to maintain a dense, compact form. Full sun, low water. Looks best with some supplemental summer water. Tolerates a wide variety of soils, including clay and alkaline. Hardy to 30º F