Baccharis patagonica
Patagonian groundsel bush
A slow-growing, dense, evergreen shrub reaching a height of 3m, with a rounded habit and small glossy, slightly toothed, dark green leaves. The flowers are small, creamy white to yellow and are borne in clusters from late spring to early summer
Size
Ultimate height
2.5–4 metresTime to ultimate height
10–20 yearsUltimate spread
2.5–4 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drained, Well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Yellow White | Green | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Yellow White | Green | ||
| Autumn | Green | |||
| Winter | Green |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
North–facing or South–facing or East–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered Hardiness
H4Botanical details
- Family
- Asteraceae
- Native to the UK
- No
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Habit
- Bushy, Clump forming
- Potentially harmful
- The fruit may cause stomach upset if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
- Genus
A genus of over 400 species of dioecious, deciduous or evergreen shrubs and herbaceous perennials native to North, Central and South America. Leaves are alternate or absent. Flower heads are borne in axillary panicles or corymbs
- Name status
Correct
- Plant range
- Chile & Argentina
How to grow
Cultivation
Ideal for coastal positions, even growing in saline soil conditions. Tolerates all soil types and can help stabilise banks. Protect from harsh frosts
Propagation
Propagate by seed in spring. Both male and female plants are required for seed to be produced
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Coastal
- City and courtyard gardens
- Architectural
- Cottage and informal garden
- Low Maintenance
- Banks and slopes
- Hedging and screens
Pruning
Pruning group 1 or pruning group 4, although will tolerate renovation pruning, but flowering would be delayed for a year ot two
Pests
Generally pest-free
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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