Baccharis pilularis v. consangunineum
Tall Coyote Brush
Description
This dense, bright green shrub reaches up to 6' tall. It typically has a round shape, although with age, it can get leggy. Tall Coyote Brush responds well to hard pruning. It provides cover and nesting habitat for many birds, and attracts beneficial insects. It is drought and wind tolerant, and can tolerate poorly drained soils.
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
6-12'
Width Range
3-6'
Flower Color
n/a
Flower Season
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Leaf Color
Bark Color
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Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full
Water
Very Low, Low
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam, Rocky
Soil Condition
Average, Poor, Well-drained, Dry
Soil pH
Neutral, Basic
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
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Accenting Features
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Seasonal Interest
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Location Uses
n/a
Special Uses
n/a
Attracts Wildlife
Butterflies
Water Saving Tip:
Replace turf with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs.
If you have areas where no one uses the grass, patches that do not grow well, or a turf area too small to water without runoff, consider replacing the turf with water-efficient landscaping.