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    Bahia ambrosioides

    Also Known As

    • Achyropappus maritimus
    • Eriophyllum ambrosiodes
    • Stylesia ambrosioides
    • Stylesia puberula
    • Chamiza

    Plant type

    perennial

    size

    • H: 12"-40"
    • W: 12"-40"

    planting zones

    • 9a-11

    Bahia ambrosioides plant details

    Bahia ambrosioides is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and butterflies 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, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Bahia ambrosioides

    Plant type: perennial
    Plant family: asteraceae
    Foliage: evergreen green
    Mature size: 12 IN - 40 IN - wide, 12 IN - 40 IN - tall
    Flowers: white blooms in summer
    Uses: native plant, rock garden, xeric

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Bahia ambrosioides

    USDA Zones: 9a - 11
    Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
    Watering frequency: occasional - low
    Resistant to: heat
    Soil needs: average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

    Gardening facts about Bahia ambrosioides plant

    How to Grow Bahia ambrosioides

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - mostly sun

    • Water Needs

      • occasional - drought tolerant

    • Water Needs

      • dry in summer

    • Soil Needs

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

    • Special Situation

      • heat tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • white

    • Wildlife

      • beneficial insects
      • bees
      • butterflies

    • Flower Season

      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

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