Ambrosia chenopodiifolia - San Diego Bur-Sage (Plant) Non-Fiction Imported European honey bees get

Imported European honey bees get all the press

Very fragrant flowers and great fall color

Native to the low desert

losing some or all of its leaves

Looks better inland if given some shade and extra water

Ambrosia chenopodiifolia - San Diego Bur-Sage (Plant) Non-Fiction Imported European honey bees getA large shrub native to San Diego County and parts of Baja California. It has interesting pale yellow green foliage and flowers. True to its name, it forms burs. These can become intangled in clothing and pet fur, so careful placement is key. Plant Characteristics Family Name Asteraceae Species Name Ambrosia chenopodiifolia Common Name San Diego Bur Sage Plant Type Shrub Sun Exposure Coast Sun, Inland Sun, Water Requirement Low Soil Type Sand, fast