How much sun does Palmer's goldenbush need?

Palmer's goldenbush grows best in full sun conditions.

When does Palmer's goldenbush bloom?

Palmer's goldenbush blooms in August, September, and October.

Where is Palmer's goldenbush native?

Palmer's goldenbush (Ericameria palmeri) is native to CA, per vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists.

What pollinators does Palmer's goldenbush attract?

Palmer's goldenbush draws bees and butterflies.

Palmer's goldenbush

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Ericameria palmeri

Last reviewed: October 2026

Palmer's goldenbush (Ericameria palmeri) is a perennial shrub native to CA. It blooms in August, September, and October. The flowers draw bees and butterflies.

Toxicity unknown

Palmer's goldenbush (Ericameria palmeri) 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

24"–48" H × 24"–48" W

Bloom

Aug, Sep, Oct

Native to

Pollinators

bees, butterflies

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A rounded evergreen shrub with narrow resinous leaves and clusters of small bright yellow flower heads in late summer and fall. Tolerates dry slopes and coastal scrub conditions.

Growing Palmer's goldenbush

Grow Palmer's goldenbush in full sun and low water. Mature plants reach 24 to 48 inches tall and spread 24 to 48 inches wide.

Wildlife value

Late-season flowers are an important nectar source for bees and butterflies before winter.

Common questions

How much sun does Palmer's goldenbush need?: Palmer's goldenbush grows best in full sun conditions.
When does Palmer's goldenbush bloom?: Palmer's goldenbush blooms in August, September, and October.
Where is Palmer's goldenbush native?: Palmer's goldenbush (Ericameria palmeri) is native to CA, per vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists.
What pollinators does Palmer's goldenbush attract?: Palmer's 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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