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    Baccharis pilularis 'Twin Peaks'

    Also Known As

    • Twin Peaks Dwarf Coyote Brush

    Plant type

    shrub, groundcover

    size

    • H: 1'-2'
    • W: 5'-10'

    planting zones

    • 7a-10b

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    Baccharis pilularis 'Twin Peaks' plant details

    Baccharis pilularis 'Twin Peaks' is a fast-growing broadleaf evergreen groundcover shrub with green foliage. In spring and summer white flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees and beneficial insects making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, gritty, lean, rich, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Baccharis pilularis 'Twin Peaks'

    Plant type: groundcover shrub
    Plant family: asteraceae
    Foliage: evergreen green
    Mature size: 5 FT - 10 FT - wide, 1 FT - 2 FT - tall
    Flowers: white blooms in spring and summer
    Uses: year round interest

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Baccharis pilularis 'Twin Peaks'

    USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
    Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
    Watering frequency: occasional - low
    Resistant to: deer, seaside / salt
    Soil needs: average, gritty, lean, rich, rocky and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    This delightful mounding groundcover makes a fine fire-retardant, deer-resistant, drought-tolerant carpet; or an interesting bonsai subject. S/D

    By: Forestfarm

    Small oval bright green leaves, low spreading branches, tiny white flowers. Very adaptable. Deer-resistant, easy to prune. Many pollinators.

    By: Cactus Jungle

    Gardening facts about Baccharis pilularis 'Twin Peaks' plant

    How to Grow Baccharis pilularis 'Twin Peaks'

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - mostly sun

    • Water Needs

      • occasional - drought tolerant

    • Water Needs

      • dry in summer

    • Soil Needs

      • adaptable
      • average
      • lean
      • well-drained
      • rich
      • rocky
      • gritty

    • Special Situation

      • seaside / salt tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • white

    • Wildlife

      • beneficial insects
      • bees
      • deer resistant

    • Flower Season

      • summer
      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

    • Texture

      • glossy

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