Shrubs 1

This shrub is not a true sage but its silvery foliage has a pungent sage-like fragrance. Related to desert sagebrush, this species is found throughout coastal southern california and is a very important component of the coastal sage scrub habitat. Because of a multi- branched open habit, it is the prefered nesting site of the federally threatened california gnatcatcher. An extensive fibrous root system makes this a good slope stabilizer. It thrives in full sun with minimal to no water and grows to a height of 3' to 4' high and as wide. It can be sheared periodically to keep it more compact

A gray leaved large shrub growing up to 15 ' wide that is fire retardent and excellent for erosion control. Will grow in the most difficult of soils. Provides habitat for many species of wildlife. Plant in full sun.

Excellent choice for the coast in full sun. An upright large shrub (to 8') with small dark evergreen leaves. Usefull in large wild gardens for it's habitat value.

A large shrub with arching branches reaching 8 feet in height and wider. Mostly planted in riparian areas for revegetation. In a garden situation it can be pruned hard to keep in bounds. Full sun to part shade.

	California Sagebrush Artemisia californica* This shrub is not a true sage but its silvery foliage has a pungent sage-like fragrance. Related to desert sagebrush, this species is found throughout coastal southern california and is a very important component of the coastal sage scrub habitat. Because of a multi- branched open habit, it is the prefered nesting site of the federally threatened california gnatcatcher. An extensive fibrous root system makes this a good slope stabilizer. It thrives in full sun with minimal to no water and grows to a height of 3' to 4' high and as wide. It can be sheared periodically to keep it more compact
	Coast Saltbush Atriplex lentiformis ssp. breweri* A gray leaved large shrub growing up to 15 ' wide that is fire retardent and excellent for erosion control. Will grow in the most difficult of soils. Provides habitat for many species of wildlife. Plant in full sun.
	Coyote Bush Baccharis pilularis ssp. consanguinea* Excellent choice for the coast in full sun. An upright large shrub (to 8') with small dark evergreen leaves. Usefull in large wild gardens for it's habitat value.
	*Dwarf Coyote Bush Baccharis pilularis 'Portuguese Bend' A prostrate, locally selected cultivar. Grows only 1' to 2' high but spreads several feet. It is fire resistant and can be planted in mass as a fire break on the edge of a property that abuts native vegetation.
	Mule Fat Baccharis salicifolia* A large shrub with arching branches reaching 8 feet in height and wider. Mostly planted in riparian areas for revegetation. In a garden situation it can be pruned hard to keep in bounds. Full sun to part shade.
	California Brickelbush Brickellia californica* A mounding and spreading shrub to 3' high and 3' to 4' wide with lime green, soft leaves that have a pleasant aroma when brushed. The small white flowers also produce a sweet night "perfume" in early fall attracting pollinating moths. In the garden, mix with other coastal sage scrub species such as sagebrush and buckwheats. Does best with full sun and minimal water.
	Giant Coreopsis Coreopsis gigantea An upright tree-like growth habit and bright green ferny leaves give this perennial a slightly goofy "Dr. Seuss" look. But when in full bloom, it is literally covered with large two tone yellow flowers in a spectacular display in spring. The next stage is summer/ fall dormancy, so it is best planted where it won't be noticed. In its dormant stage it is often removed by gardeners because it appears to be dead. It can grow from 3' to 6' in height and must be placed in full sun where it will be allowed dry season dormancy. Native to coastal bluffs and dunes from Malibu to Central California and the Channel Islands.
	Mock Heather Ericameria ericoides* A woody shrub that grows 3' to 4' high and wide with fine needle like leaves. Masses of small bright yellow flowers are produced in fall when few other plants are flowering. This is a rare plant in the wild since it's back dune habitat has virtually disappeared in the south bay. Needs well drained soil in full sun.
	Palmers Goldenbush Ericameria palmeri* These two goldenbushes were known as Haplopappus in the past. They are covered with yellow flowers late in summer and grow to about 3' in height. They are drought tolerant and evergreen and need full sun.
	Ashy Leaf Buckwheat Eriogonum cinereum* A gray leaved plant that does very well near the coast and in difficult situations (steep banks/poor soil) with the bonus of beautiful flowers. Plant it if you want to attract butterflies to your yard because they love this plant. This plant grows best in full sun
	California Buckwheat Eriogonum fasciculatum* This plant flowers later in summer than most of our natives. If you like to attract bees and other pollinators to your yard this is a good choice. This species will grow up to 2' or 3' in height with narrow evergreen leaves. The white/pink flowers persist to later turn an attractive rust color. Likes full sun and little to no water.
	Giant Buckwheat Eriogonom gigantea Can grow up to 6' with ever-gray foliage. Puts on a spectacular light pink flowering display in summer with the dried flowers later turning a rust color. Needs full sun and very little to no water. A beautuful specimen plant.
	Goldern Yarrow Eriophyllum confertiflorum* A very drought tolerant evergreen perennial with yellow flower heads. The light green finely divided foliage is attractive. Full sun to light shade.
	Catalina Silver Lace Eriophyllum nevinii A "dusty miller" type of mounding shrub with silvery/gray lacy foliage and clustered bright yellow flowers. A native of catalina island . A tough plant that looks delicate. Does well in full sun or part shade.
	Coast Buckwheat Eriogonum parvifolium* This attractive plant should be encouraged in coastal areas of the peninsula not only because it is tough and drought tolerant, but is also the larval food plant of the endangered El Segundo Blue butterfly. It's pink flowers in late summer are set off nicely with green leaves with a tinge of red. Full sun is best and good drainage essential.
	**Narrow-leaf Bedstraw Galium angustifolium*** Forms a dense shrub to 3x3 with white flowers. useful mainly for revegetation or wild gardens combined with other css plants in full sun.
	*Locally Native to the Palos Verdes/South Bay Area