Golden yarrow
Eriophyllum confertiflorum
Golden Yarrow (Eriophyllum confertiflorum) is a cheerful, hearty California native sub-shrub with bright clusters of yellow daisy-like flowers and silvery foliage. Compact at 1–2 feet tall, it brings a burst of color to dry, sunny landscapes from spring into summer. Despite the name, it isn’t a true yarrow, but its plentiful golden flower heads resemble yarrow’s umbels. This perennial thrives on neglect—full sun, excellent drainage, and very low water once established. It is deer resistant and attracts butterflies and other pollinators. Perfect for rock gardens, native borders, and hillside plantings where it tolerates poor soils and helps prevent erosion.
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