100 Seeds Rubber Rabbitbrush Ericameria nauseosa Native Shrub Drought Tolerant Ornamental Landscape

Rubber Rabbitbrush (Ericameria nauseosa) is a durable native shrub known for its silvery-gray foliage and late-season clusters of bright yellow flowers. It brings texture and seasonal color to dry gardens, naturalized areas, and pollinator-friendly landscapes, offering year-round visual interest with minimal maintenance once established.

This versatile shrub works well in xeriscapes, borders, meadow plantings, and restoration projects, where its upright, rounded habit and silvery leaves contrast nicely with green companions. The late-blooming yellow flowers extend seasonal interest when many other plants have finished. Rabbitbrush tolerates poor, dry soils and thrives in full sun, making it a practical choice for water-wise and low-input landscapes.
Species: Ericameria nauseosa
Type: Perennial shrub
Plant_Habit: Upright, rounded, spreading
Sun: Full sun
Soil: Well-drained, sandy, rocky, poor to average
Days_to_Harvest: Not applicable
Zones: 4-9
Germination: 14-30 days at 65-70F; cold stratification may improve results
Sowing: Surface sow, lightly press into soil; do not bury deeply
Spacing: 24-36 inches
Notes: Drought tolerant once established; late-season yellow blooms