Turpentine bush
Ericameria laricifolia
Last reviewed: July 2026
Light
full sun
Water
low
Size
12"–36" H × 18"–36" W
Bloom
Sep, Oct, Nov
Native to
AZ, NM, TX
Pollinators
bees, butterflies
Browse plants for this ecoregion
A small, dense, rounded evergreen shrub with narrow, resinous, needle-like leaves. In fall it produces abundant small yellow daisy-like flower heads that cover the plant, followed by fluffy seed heads. Foliage has a strong resinous scent when crushed. Thrives in rocky, well-drained soil and full sun with minimal supplemental water once established.
In an HOA neighborhood
Turpentine bush is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 4 out of 5.
Works well in: front yard, foundation, street edge, mid zone.
- foliage has a strong resinous scent when crushed or bruised
Wildlife value
Fall flowers provide a late-season nectar source for bees and butterflies when few other plants are blooming.
Common questions
- How much sun does Turpentine bush need?
- Turpentine bush grows best in full sun conditions.
- When does Turpentine bush bloom?
- Turpentine bush blooms in September, October, and November.
- Where is Turpentine bush native?
- Turpentine bush (Ericameria laricifolia) is native to AZ, NM, TX, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.
- What pollinators does Turpentine bush attract?
- Turpentine bush draws bees and butterflies.
- Is Turpentine bush HOA-friendly?
- Turpentine bush is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with low maintenance.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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