{"product_id":"baccharis-pilularis-flatpot","title":"Baccharis pilularis - Flatpot","description":"\u003cp\u003eBaccharis pilularis is a shrub native to California. It is the ideal plant for creating low defensive hedges, as it is extremely \u003cstrong\u003edrought-tolerant\u003c\/strong\u003e and even… fire-resistant!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e---\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDESCRIPTION OF BACCHARIS PILULARIS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBaccharis pilularis is also known as \u003cstrong\u003eCoyote Brush\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eChaparral Broom\u003c\/strong\u003e, named after the evergreen shrubby vegetation typical of California. Although it is rarely found in nature outside California’s canyons and coastlines, Baccharis pilularis can blend perfectly into a Mediterranean garden or a \u003cstrong\u003erock garden\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn summer and through late autumn, it produces inconspicuous flowers. It is a dioecious plant: male and female flowers grow on different bushes and also differ in color. Male flowers are yellow and produce delicately scented pollen, while female flowers are white. Male-flowered bushes are generally the most commonly used in landscaping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBaccharis pilularis flowers tend to attract bees, butterflies, and other small insects, while the bush provides a safe refuge for small birds. Thanks to its late and prolonged flowering, Baccharis pilularis is a valuable source of nectar for pollinating insects during autumn. As you may have guessed, this plant can be a real boon for the biodiversity in your garden!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the United States, Baccharis pilularis is highly prized for creating \u003cstrong\u003edefensive hedges\u003c\/strong\u003e due to its resistance to deer browsing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTHE EXTRAORDINARY RESILIENCE OF BACCHARIS PILULARIS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBaccharis pilularis is a living testament to the peculiar intelligence of plants, which in this case translates into truly extraordinary survival mechanisms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eGROWTH HABIT\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the peculiarities of Baccharis pilularis is that it takes on a different shape depending on where it grows. When exposed to strong coastal winds, it tends to remain very low to protect itself, “flattening” itself to cover the ground of sandy dunes; it grows much taller and maintains an upright habit if planted in sheltered locations, such as within California’s canyons in its natural habitat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eLEAVES\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBaccharis pilularis leaves are small and oval, numerous, and very closely set. They are covered with a waxy substance that reduces transpiration and retains moisture, helping to make this bush highly drought-tolerant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe waxy texture of the leaves has another very important advantage: their chemical composition makes them particularly fire-resistant, protecting the plant from the wildfires common in chaparral areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne last curiosity: on hot summer days, Baccharis pilularis leaves exude a resinous oil with an intense fragrance. This substance tastes terrible, which protects the plant from being eaten by animals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eROOTS\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe root system of Baccharis pilularis is another secret to its extraordinary resilience. The bush develops particularly dense and thick roots that can extend far around the base of the plant: this way, Baccharis ensures that it maximizes the absorption of rainwater over a large area of soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis robust and extensive root system allows the plant to survive and regenerate quickly in the event of extreme conditions, such as the California wildfires mentioned earlier. This is why Baccharis pilularis is considered a \u003cstrong\u003epioneer species\u003c\/strong\u003e: by being the first to establish itself on land damaged by extreme events, it prepares the soil and makes it more suitable for the subsequent growth of other, less resilient plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn California, Baccharis pilularis is often used in natural habitat restoration projects: its extensive root system is ideal for stabilizing sand dunes, keeping the soil compact and limiting erosion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCULTIVATION AND MAINTENANCE \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBaccharis pilularis is an easy-going plant that performs well in almost any situation. It has no particular requirements regarding soil type: it can thrive in sandy, clay, acidic, alkaline, or very poor soils. However, like most plants suitable for creating a Mediterranean garden, it performs best in well-drained soils with full sun exposure. Baccharis pilularis can also cope well with a few hours of shade, but it will not grow in full shade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ideal time for planting is between late spring and early summer. When planting, remember that Baccharis pilularis grows much more extensively underground than above ground. Therefore, allow enough space for its roots and keep it sufficiently spaced from other plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBaccharis pilularis is highly drought-tolerant and will not need special watering except in extreme cases. For maintenance, annual pruning between late winter and early spring will be sufficient: this will allow the bush to grow more densely and compactly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctbody data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSize\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFlatPot Ø50 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFamily\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAsteraceae\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eShrub\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFoliage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eEvergreen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFlower color\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYellow (male flower), white (female flower)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFlowering period\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eJuly, August, September, October\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCold hardiness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBetween -5°C and -10°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDrought tolerance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHigh\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSalt tolerance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYes\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMaximum height reached\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e60 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eExposure\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFull sun\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BotanicalDryGarden","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53790530535750,"sku":null,"price":169.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0458\/0727\/2104\/files\/Baccharispilularis_flatpot_R50_69cc69b3-7254-45b1-a03a-bec59b7ee923.png?v=1738162915","url":"https:\/\/www.botanicaldrygarden.com\/en\/products\/baccharis-pilularis-flatpot","provider":"BotanicalDryGarden","version":"1.0","type":"link"}