Species Green Rabbit Brush
yellow flowers with brown-yellow center, yellow-green ovaries, green foliage and stems

Green Rabbit Brush

Chrysothamnus viscidiflorus subsp. lanceolatus

Also Known As - Sticky Leaf Rabbitbrush,Yellow Rabbitbrush
Green Rabbit Brush (Chrysothamnus viscidiflorus subsp. lanceolatus) is a warm season evergreen shrub native to western North America. Its narrow, lance-shaped leaves are dark green above and densely covered with short woolly hairs beneath. It has a wide rounded form and produces yellow flowers in early summer. It is well adapted to arid regions, and is tolerant of poor soil. It can be a good choice for dry areas, providing cover for wildlife and a nectar source for pollinators. Its upright and bushy crown make it an excellent choice for wind protection.

Watering:

Minimal

Hardiness Zone:

Sun:

part shade,full shade

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green

Growth Rate:

Low

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Wright's Golden Saxifrage should be watered regularly throughout the growing season, allowing the soil to dry out slightly between waterings. Aim for 1 inch of water per week, ideally split into 2 waterings. Make sure to provide this water slowly and evenly to the entire root zone. Additionally, always water at ground level rather than from above the leaves to avoid damaging them and promoting disease. In late summer and early fall, water occasionally, if needed. During the winter months, water only when the soil is completely dry, usually once every 1-2 months.

sunlight

Wright's Golden Saxifrage is a low-growing perennial native to avalanches, streambanks, and talus slopes in the Pacific Northwest. The species prefers partial shade but can tolerate full-sun. Generally, the plant grows best with 4-6 hours of direct sun each day. Wright's Golden Saxifrage can tolerate periods of light shade, but continuous shade conditions, which block the plant's access to sunlight for long periods, will weaken its growth.

pruning

Wright's Golden Saxifrage should be pruned in early to mid spring after the last frosts. Prune off any damaged stems or foliage. Reduce the shrub’s overall size by cutting back any shoots that are growing tall. Also, deadhead the flowers as they fade to encourage further blooming. Finally, lightly trim the shrub to maintain its overall shape, but avoid heavy pruning as this will cause new growth that is too vigorous and could compromise the shrub’s health.

⚠️ Perenual and its members cannot be held liable for any health issues that may arise from the information provided on the website or from using any of the plants found on the site. The information provided is intended to be used as general guidelines only.