Ambrosia ambrosioides
Giant Bursage
Description
Evergreen perennial to 3' x 4'. Large arrow shaped leaves 4" long. Light green flower clusters Feb thru May. Found in sandy washes & canyons to 4500' in Az & Calif.. Damaged below 30F. Needs well drained soil. Full sun partial shade. This is a ragweed cousin so can be allergenic to many.
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
3-6'
Flower Color
Green
Flower Season
Winter, Spring
Leaf Color
Green, Dark Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full
Water
Very Low, Low
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Poor, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral, Basic
Adverse Factors
Allergenic
Design Styles
Ranch, Spanish, Wild Garden
Accenting Features
n/a
Seasonal Interest
Winter, Spring
Location Uses
Background, Shrub Border, Foundation, Parking Strip, Parking Lot
Special Uses
Mass Planting, Naturalizing
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.