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Showy Rabbitbrush
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Showy Rabbitbrush

Ericameria nauseosa speciosa
In the United States: Native · also called rubber rabbitbrush, chamisa, gray rabbitbrush

Late-season shrub providing nectar and pollen for honeybees and other pollinators when few other sources remain. Yellow flower clusters bloom over an extended period in dry, open habitats. Tolerates poor soils and drought once established; minimal management required beyond occasional pruning for shape.

Nectarhigh
Pollenlow
Bloom (US) July–October
Duration~3 months
TypePerennial
Sunfull

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