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Also known as
coyotebrush, dwarf chaparral false willow and Dwarf chapparal broom
Taxonomy
Baccharis pilularis
Baccharis
Asteraceae
Asterales

How to care for Dwarf Chapparal-Broom

How often to water your Dwarf Chapparal-Broom

every 9
Dwarf Chapparal-Broom needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.
Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Water 0.5 cups every
9

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A plant's growing potential is determined from its location, the time of year, and current local weather.

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Finding light for Dwarf Chapparal-Broom in your home

a window
Dwarf Chapparal-Broom love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.
Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.
Dwarf Chapparal-Broom does not tolerate low-light 🚫.
Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Dwarf Chapparal-Broom in your home 🏡.

How to fertilize Dwarf Chapparal-Broom

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.
By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Dwarf Chapparal-Broom after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

Dwarf Chapparal-Broom is generally considered an easy-to-care-for plant and makes a great choice for beginners!
Water Needs
Dwarf Chapparal-Broom prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Sunlight Needs
Dwarf Chapparal-Broom requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.
Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.
If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.
Soil
Dwarf Chapparal-Broom does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!
Fertilizer
Dwarf Chapparal-Broom is a fast growing plant and may deplete the nutrients in its soil over time. Replenish them with a gentle organic fertilizer or compost every 1-2 months depending on your location and season. Fertilize more often during the growing season and in warmer and brighter climates.
Growth Pattern
Dwarf Chapparal-Broom will branch off as it grows. To encourage branching, pinch off the newest growth at the tip and the stem will branch off into two.
Growing Outdoors
USDA Hardiness Zone
Dwarf Chapparal-Broom can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 7a-10b. Find your local hardiness zone here.
Care Summary for Dwarf Chapparal-Broom
Dwarf Chapparal-Broom
Greg recommends:

0.5 cups every 9 days

< 1ft from a window

Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.
