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Baccharis genistelloides
Also Known As
- Baccharis crispa
- Baccharis genistelloides var. crispa
- Baccharis trimera
- Conyza genistelloides
- Molina trimera
Plant type
shrub, perennial
size
- H: 3'-6'
- W: 3'-6'
planting zones
- 8b-11
Baccharis genistelloides plant details
Baccharis genistelloides is a broadleaf evergreen perennial shrub with green foliage. In fall, spring, summer and winter cream 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 regular - occasional water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in acidic, alkaline, average, gritty, lean, rich, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Baccharis genistelloides
- Plant type: perennial shrub
- Plant family: asteraceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 3 FT - 6 FT - wide, 3 FT - 6 FT - tall
- Flowers: cream blooms in fall, spring, summer and winter
- Uses: fragrant, medicinal, tropical-looking, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Baccharis genistelloides
- USDA Zones: 8b - 11
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: regular - occasional
- Resistant to: deer, seaside / salt
- Soil needs: acidic, alkaline, average, gritty, lean, rich, rocky and well-drained
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By: Kurt Stueber
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By: Kurt Stueber
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How to Grow Baccharis genistelloides
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular - occasional
Soil Needs
- acidic
- alkaline
- adaptable
- average
- lean
- well-drained
- rich
- rocky
- gritty
Special Situation
- seaside / salt tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- cream
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- bees
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- winter
- fall
- summer
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glossy
Landscape groups by tags
See other plant types of Baccharis for your garden
Plant Type
Shrub, Groundcover
Zones
8a-10a
Size
Height: 30"
Width: 60"
- sun - dappled shade
- occasional
aka Sea Myrtle
Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
5a-10b
Size
Height: 8'-12'
Width: 8'-12'
- sun - mostly sun
- even moisture - drought tolerant
aka Mule Fat, Mulefat
Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
6b-11
Size
Height: 6'-12'
Width: 3'-9'
- sun
- even moisture - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
aka Baccharis x 'Centennial', Centennial Desert Broom
Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
8a-11
Size
Height: 3'-5'
Width: 3'-6'
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
aka Conyza articulata, Molina articulata, Pingraea articulata
Plant Type
Shrub, Perennial
Zones
9a-12
Size
Height: 1'-3'
Width: 2'-4'
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - low
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