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Baccharis patagonica

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 3'-10'
  • W: 3'-10'

planting zones

  • 8a-10b

Baccharis patagonica plant details

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

CHARACTERISTICS OF Baccharis patagonica

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT - 10 FT - wide, 3 FT - 10 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: bonsai, hedge, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Baccharis patagonica

USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer, seaside / salt and wind
Soil needs: acidic, alkaline, average, clay, gritty, lean, rich, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Patagonia, Chile?s beautiful high ?desert?, has produced (besides a line of sportswear!), plants that are survivors, including this 3-5' evergreen with its red shoots and dark, polished-green leaves; an excellent seaside hedge. S/M-D

Gardening facts about Baccharis patagonica plant

How to Grow Baccharis patagonica

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - bright shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • acidic
    • alkaline
    • adaptable
    • average
    • lean
    • well-drained
    • rich
    • rocky
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • seaside / salt tolerant
    • wind tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • bees
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glossy

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Zones

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Size

Height: 6'-12'

Width: 3'-9'

  • sun
  • even moisture - drought tolerant
  • dry in summer
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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

Height: 3'-5'

Width: 3'-6'

  • sun - mostly sun
  • regular - drought tolerant
  • dry in summer
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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

Height: 1'-3'

Width: 2'-4'

  • sun - mostly sun
  • regular - low
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Zones

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Size

Height: 3'-6'

Width: 3'-6'

  • sun - mostly sun
  • regular - occasional
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Zones

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Size

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Width: 4'-5'

  • sun
  • regular - drought tolerant
  • dry in summer
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