Groundseltree

Latin Name: Baccharis halimifolia

Bloom Color: White
Bloom Time: Aug, Sep, Oct

Characteristics:
A very hardy shrub that can withstand a wide range of temperatures and soil conditions. Resistant to most diseases. When the seed is developing in New England in October the plant has a wonderful appearance that can best be described as being covered with a light dusting of snow.
Leaf Retention: Semi-evergreen
Size Notes: Height to 15 feet.

Habitat:
Light Requirement: Part Shade
Soil Description: Wet to droughty, gravel to fine sands. Salt marshes; shores; wet, disturbed places. Sandy Loam, Sandy.

Wildlife:
Provides cover, and nectar for bees, butterflies, moths and other insects, provides seeds for granivorous birds