Antelope bitterbrush
Purshia tridentata
- Rosaceae
- Dicot
- Perennial
- Shrub
- ≈ 91 cm tall
About Antelope bitterbrush
Antelope bitterbrush is a real treasure for any western garden. This native shrub puts on a lovely show with cheerful yellow flowers in spring, and butterflies and other pollinators simply love it. Birds enjoy the seeds, and deer will browse the leaves, so you're helping wildlife thrive right in your own yard. It's part of the same plant family as roses, which tells you it has that classic wild beauty.
Growing this shrub is wonderfully simple. It likes full sun and well-drained soil, and once established, it's quite drought-tolerant, so you won't spend your time fussing with watering. It's a tough, adaptable plant that's been feeding and sheltering creatures for generations. If you have a sunny spot and want to support your local wildlife while enjoying a charming native plant, antelope bitterbrush is an excellent choice.