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Ambrosia dumosa (White Bursage)

Ambrosia dumosa
Burrobush, White Bursage, White Bur Sage

This small shrub is native to much of the Southwest, at elevations from 500 to 3500 feet. It is a revegetation staple in areas where it is the main understory plant. The small gray leaves are covered with short white hairs. The insignificant flowers produce abundant pollen, which can be a nuisance for allergy sufferers. The flowers are follwed by prickly burs. It requires well-drained soil, full sun exposures, and some supplemental irrigation until established in the landscape.

Plant Type Perennial, Shrub
Exposure Full Sun
Water Needs Low
Hardiness Zone Zone 8 (10° F)
Flower Color Green
Flower Season Spring, Summer
Growth Rate Fast, Moderate
Height 1' - 2' (ft)
Spread 1' - 3' (ft)
Spacing 1' - 3' (ft)
Characteristics Showy
Attracts Wildlife
Maintenance Low
Garden Uses Ground Covers, Mass Planting
Tolerance Dry Soil, Rocky Soil
Soil Type Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil PH Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil Drainage Well-Drained
Image by: Wiki Commons
Image by: Wiki Commons

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