Encelia seeds are available 50 seeds for 10﷼ 500 seeds for 70﷼ Encelia is a perennial, honey-producing shrub that adapts to harsh desert conditions. It is medium-sized with brittle branches, grayish-green leaves, and yellow, nectar-rich flowers with a beautiful fragrance that attracts bees, birds, and butterflies. It grows quickly, requires little care, and is widely planted in gardens and on slopes. Scientific Name: Encelia Farinosa Other Names: Brittlebush. Encelia. Fragile bush. Family: Asteraceae Native Habitat: Western United States and Northern Mexico. Flowers: Resemble daisies in shape, yellow, with a fragrant aroma, appearing on slender stalks, with a diameter of about 3.5 cm. Leaves: Grayish-green. Height: Encelia can grow up to 90 cm tall. Planting Encelia and Environmental Conditions: Encelia thrives in dry, temperate, and cool climates and is affected by frost. It can also be grown in any temperate climate with protected environments like greenhouses. Soil and Fertilizer: It can be grown in any type of soil, whether rocky, sandy, or poor, as long as it is well-draining. Soil pH: acidic, alkaline, neutral. It does not require fertilizer. Watering Method: It does not require watering as it can tolerate drought to some extent, taking into account the weather, soil moisture, and the plant's climate conditions. Sun Exposure: It needs direct sunlight and a warm climate. It is a plant that does not tolerate harsh conditions like frost. Propagation: By seeds, cuttings, or transplanting seedlings. Planting Time: Seeds are sown over a long period from November to May. It can be planted at any time of the year in other climates and conditions within protected environments. Flowering Time: Blooms in spring to early summer. Benefits and Uses of Encelia: Because Encelia is fragrant, it has been used in the production of perfumes and incense. Pests and Problems: Generally, Encelia is a problem-free plant, but root rot may occur occasionally due to poorly drained soil.