Baccharis pilularis
An excellent habitat plant offering food and cover to a wide variety of wildlife, including most of the predatory wasps, small butterflies and native flies. With its late bloom, it is an indispensable source of autumn nectar for hundreds of insects. Coyote bush must be periodically pruned to maintain its shape or it will get leggy. Great plant for hedgerows.
Photo credit: Seven Oaks Native Nursery
Photo credit: Seven Oaks Native Nursery
Photo credit: Seven Oaks Native Nursery
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Plant Details
- Habitat:
- Oak woodland
Upland Prairie and Savanna
Riparian Forests
Open chaparral; hillsides; canyons, dunes and bluffs along the coast. - Mature Height:
- 6' to 10’
- Shade Preference:
- Soil Tolerance:
- moist to dry well-drained soils; tolerates poor soil
- Special Uses:
- Attracts insects, bees and butterflies; Attracts birds and hummingbirds; Provides wildlife forage, cover and food; ornamental; medicinal
- Arboretum Locations:
- Cheldelin Middle School Arboretum
Crescent Valley High School Arboretum - Year(s) Planted:
- 2012, 2012