How much sun does Narrowleaf goldenbush need?

Narrowleaf goldenbush grows best in full sun conditions.

When does Narrowleaf goldenbush bloom?

Narrowleaf goldenbush blooms in March, April, and May.

Where is Narrowleaf goldenbush native?

Narrowleaf goldenbush (Ericameria linearifolia) is native to AZ, CA, NM, NV and 2 more states, per vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists.

What pollinators does Narrowleaf goldenbush attract?

Narrowleaf goldenbush draws bees and butterflies.

Narrowleaf goldenbush

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Ericameria linearifolia

Last reviewed: October 2026

Narrowleaf goldenbush (Ericameria linearifolia) is a perennial shrub native to AZ, CA, NM, NV and 2 more states. It blooms in March, April, and May. The flowers draw bees and butterflies.

Toxicity unknown

Narrowleaf goldenbush (Ericameria linearifolia) 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

12"–36" H × 24"–36" W

Bloom

Mar, Apr, May

Native to

AZ, CA, NM, NV and 2 more states

Pollinators

bees, butterflies

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Low mounding evergreen shrub with narrow, resinous leaves and bright yellow daisy flowers in spring. Found on dry desert slopes and rocky washes.

Growing Narrowleaf goldenbush

Grow Narrowleaf goldenbush in full sun and low water. Mature plants reach 12 to 36 inches tall and spread 24 to 36 inches wide.

Wildlife value

Spring flowers provide an early nectar source for native bees and butterflies in dry habitats.

Common questions

How much sun does Narrowleaf goldenbush need?: Narrowleaf goldenbush grows best in full sun conditions.
When does Narrowleaf goldenbush bloom?: Narrowleaf goldenbush blooms in March, April, and May.
Where is Narrowleaf goldenbush native?: Narrowleaf goldenbush (Ericameria linearifolia) is native to AZ, CA, NM, NV and 2 more states, per vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists.
What pollinators does Narrowleaf goldenbush attract?: Narrowleaf goldenbush 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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