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Antelope Bitterbrush

Purshia tridentata

Native Perennial Shrub, Seed Code: PUTR

• Seeds per pound: 15,000
• Plant Height: 2-15 Feet
• Precipitation requirements: 8 Inches Minimum
• Best time to plant: Fall, Winter, Early Spring
• Root System: Fiberous

Known commonly as Bitterbrush and Buckbrush. Bitterbrush is both Evergreen and deciduous, usually growing 2 to 6 feet tall, but can grow up to 15 feet tall. It flowers April to July, fruits mature July to September. It reproduces from seeds. It’­s name comes from the extremely bitter leaves and seeds.

Bitterbrush occurs on foothills, mountain slopes, mesas, and open woodlands on all aspects, from 3,100 to 10,000 feet in elevation. Most abundant in well-drained sandy, gravelly, or rocky soils. It has excellent drought tolerance, is moderately browse tolerant, and is intolerant of shade. It is severely damaged by fire, especially if rain is not received shortly after the burn, or if the burn occurs in the spring when soils are moist.

Bitterbrush is important browse for cattle, sheep, and goats, especially in late fall and winter when the ground is snow-covered. It is usually not eaten by horses. It is excellent browse for many species of wildlife, and can be critical winter browse for deer.

We have 2006 crop in stock with a current analysis report. Source Identified lots available.

Price (per Pound):$22.50