How much sun does Goldenfleece need?

Goldenfleece grows best in full sun conditions.

When does Goldenfleece bloom?

Goldenfleece blooms in August, September, and October.

Where is Goldenfleece native?

Goldenfleece (Ericameria arborescens) is native to CA, OR, per vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists.

What pollinators does Goldenfleece attract?

Goldenfleece draws bees and butterflies.

Goldenfleece

Name: Pollinator Patch
Author: Pollinator Patch

Ericameria arborescens

Last reviewed: September 2026

Toxicity unknown

Goldenfleece (Ericameria arborescens) is not listed by the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (opens in new tab) or the other sources we check, so we have no verdict for it either way. Absence from those lists is not a clearance. If your pet shows symptoms after eating any plant, call the ASPCA at (888) 426-4435.

Light

full sun

Water

low

Size

36"–96" H × 36"–72" W

Bloom

Aug, Sep, Oct

Native to

CA, OR

Pollinators

bees, butterflies

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An upright, resinous shrub with narrow, needle-like leaves and abundant clusters of small bright yellow flowers in late summer and fall. The open habit benefits from occasional shaping.

Wildlife value

A key late-season nectar source for native bees, butterflies, and migrating monarchs when few other natives are in bloom.

Common questions

How much sun does Goldenfleece need?: Goldenfleece grows best in full sun conditions.
When does Goldenfleece bloom?: Goldenfleece blooms in August, September, and October.
Where is Goldenfleece native?: Goldenfleece (Ericameria arborescens) is native to CA, OR, per vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists.
What pollinators does Goldenfleece attract?: Goldenfleece draws bees and butterflies.

Native range data from vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.

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