Chamisa by VeronicaG
The vibrant yellow flowers seen in the center of this landscaping are Chamisa. These are great plants for Southwest gardens because they're 'water-conservative'.However, many people say they develop an allergic response to the pollen of this plant in the Spring, while in the Fall they're affected by the 'fluff' carried into the air by the wind.
I think they add a nice touch of color to the earthen tones found in most landscaping in this area of the country. The small blossom clusters remind me of Golden Rod, which is found all over the Northeast, yet they're not as leggy.