Baccharis

Baccharis - Coyote Bush – Best In New Zealand!

Adding hardy shrubs such as a Coyote Bush to your garden delivers a vast range of benefits:

• They attract birds and bees.
• Greater biodiversity is created.
• Children can learn the plants and become more involved with nature.
• They bring colour and vibrance to a space.
• These plants will bring you pleasure for many years to come.

Coyote Bush make fabulous shrubs, and we have the right one for your space. Our Baccharis have been selected to thrive in NZ’s climate. We stock only the highest quality plants, sourcing them from NZ’s leading nurseries. Each plant is packed and transported with extreme care, ensuring it arrives to you in the same condition it was in when it left the nursery. If you are wanting to buy Baccharis, shop with confidence from the best in the industry.

Baccharis Questions

1. Is Baccharis pilularis evergreen?

Baccharis pilularis is an evergreen shrub that is native to the western United States and Mexico. It grows in a variety of habitats, including coastal dunes, chaparral, and woodlands. Baccharis pilularis is a tough and adaptable plant that can tolerate drought, poor soil, and salt spray.

2. What is the coyote bush used for?

Coyote bush (Baccharis pilularis) is a versatile plant with a variety of uses:

• It is a popular ornamental plant due to its dark green foliage and white flowers in autumn. It can be used in hedges, borders, and foundation plantings.
• Coyote bush is often used in erosion control projects because of its deep roots and ability to thrive in poor soil conditions. It also grows back after fires, which makes it a good choice for planting in areas prone to wildfires.
• It provides food and shelter for a variety of wildlife, including birds, butterflies, and rabbits.
• Coyote bush has been used in traditional medicine for a variety of purposes, including treating inflammation, pain, and skin conditions.

In addition to these uses, coyote bush can also be used to make baskets, brooms, and other crafts.

3. Why is it called Coyote brush?

There are a few different theories about how coyote brush got its name. One theory is that the name comes from the fact that the seeds of coyote brush have a crown of white hairs that resemble the fur of a coyote. Another theory is that the name comes from the fact that coyote brush is a very adaptable plant that can grow in a variety of habitats, just like coyotes. Still another theory is that the name comes from the fact that coyote brush is often found in areas where coyotes live. It is also possible that the name coyote brush is a combination of these theories.

4. How big do Baccharis get?

The size of Baccharis plants varies depending on the species and the growing conditions. Here is a summary of the sizes of some common Baccharis species:

• Baccharis pilularis (coyote bush): 60 cm tall and 2.5 m wide
• Baccharis halimifolia (groundsel bush): Up to 5 m tall and 3 m wide.
• Baccharis glomeruliflora (sea myrtle): About 2 m tall and 1.2 m wide.
• Baccharis angustifolia (salt marsh fleabane): 60 cm tall and 50 cm wide.
• Baccharis salicifolia (willow baccharis): 2-4 m tall and 1.8-3 m wide

It is important to note that these are just general guidelines.