Ambrosia dumosa

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White Bursage

 
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Information by: George Hull MSN        Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

Description

Rapid growing woody perennial reaches mature size of 2' x 3'. Leaves are gray and overed with short white hairs. The stems are white stems. It blooms spring and fall. Pollen can cause allergic reactions. Beware of burs that can be a nuisance to socks and pets. Grows in loose well drained soil. Full sun. Very drought tolerant. Nice contrast with coarse textured shrubs in desert landscapes. Native to southwestern US.

 

  • Anatomy

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  • Design

Plant Type

Shrub

 

Height Range

1-3'

 

Flower Color

Green, White

 

Flower Season

Spring, Summer, Fall

 

Leaf Color

Light Green, Grey, Silver

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Different areas of your landscape have different water requirements.

Shrubs need much less water than lawns and drip systems should never be scheduled on the same program with lawns.

Establish separate watering schedules for those areas.