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Mule-Fat, Water-Wally, Water Willow

Baccharis Salicifolia

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Overview

Baccharis salicifolia, commonly known as Mule-Fat or Water Wally, is a fast-growing, deciduous shrub native to the southwestern U.S. It thrives in riparian zones, reaching 3-12 feet in height with a similar spread. Its willow-like leaves and fluffy white seed clusters add a soft texture to landscapes. This plant prefers full sun, tolerates various soils, and requires minimal water once established, making it ideal for naturalistic or water-efficient designs.

Sun Full, HalfWater Very LowZones 9–10Type ShrubClimate Temperate
Mule-Fat, Water-Wally, Water Willow (Baccharis Salicifolia) — This plant prefers full sun; commonly known as Mule-Fat
Mule-Fat, Water-Wally, Water Willow (Baccharis Salicifolia) — deciduous shrub native to the southwestern U.SMule-Fat, Water-Wally, Water Willow (Baccharis Salicifolia) — and requires minimal water once established; well-draining loams to heavier clay soilsMule-Fat, Water-Wally, Water Willow (Baccharis Salicifolia) — Baccharis salicifolia thrives in USDA hardiness zones 7 through 10 and prefers full to partialMule-Fat, Water-Wally, Water Willow (Baccharis Salicifolia) — ensuring that it is given enough space to flourish without overshadowing other plantingsMule-Fat, Water-Wally, Water Willow (Baccharis Salicifolia) — It thrives in riparian zones, reaching 3-12 feet in height with a similar spread; fluffy flowersMule-Fat, Water-Wally, Water Willow (Baccharis Salicifolia) — commonly known as Mule-Fat or Water Wally+45

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Very Low
USDA zones
9–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Shrub
Family
Asteraceae
Climate
Temperate

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Mule-Fat, Water-Wally, Water Willow (Baccharis Salicifolia) — This plant prefers full sun; commonly known as Mule-Fat
Mule-Fat, Water-Wally, Water Willow (Baccharis Salicifolia) — deciduous shrub native to the southwestern U.S
Mule-Fat, Water-Wally, Water Willow (Baccharis Salicifolia) — and requires minimal water once established; well-draining loams to heavier clay soils
Mule-Fat, Water-Wally, Water Willow (Baccharis Salicifolia) — Baccharis salicifolia thrives in USDA hardiness zones 7 through 10 and prefers full to partial
Mule-Fat, Water-Wally, Water Willow (Baccharis Salicifolia) — ensuring that it is given enough space to flourish without overshadowing other plantings
Mule-Fat, Water-Wally, Water Willow (Baccharis Salicifolia) — It thrives in riparian zones, reaching 3-12 feet in height with a similar spread; fluffy flowers
Mule-Fat, Water-Wally, Water Willow (Baccharis Salicifolia) — commonly known as Mule-Fat or Water Wally
Mule-Fat, Water-Wally, Water Willow (Baccharis Salicifolia) — and requires minimal water once established
Mule-Fat, Water-Wally, Water Willow (Baccharis Salicifolia) — fluffy flowers that attract a variety of pollinators
Mule-Fat, Water-Wally, Water Willow (Baccharis Salicifolia) — This plant prefers full sun
Mule-Fat, Water-Wally, Water Willow (Baccharis Salicifolia) — It thrives in riparian zones, reaching 3-12 feet in height with a similar spread
Mule-Fat, Water-Wally, Water Willow (Baccharis Salicifolia) — commonly known as Mule-Fat
Mule-Fat, Water-Wally, Water Willow (Baccharis Salicifolia) — consider its potential size and the ease with which it propagates
Mule-Fat, Water-Wally, Water Willow (Baccharis Salicifolia) — well-draining loams to heavier clay soils
Mule-Fat, Water-Wally, Water Willow (Baccharis Salicifolia) — It is highly adaptable to various soil types
Mule-Fat, Water-Wally, Water Willow (Baccharis Salicifolia) — commonly known as Mule-Fat; this plant prefers full sun
Mule-Fat, Water-Wally, Water Willow (Baccharis Salicifolia) — Its willow-like leaves and fluffy white seed clusters add a soft texture to landscapes; commonly
Mule-Fat, Water-Wally, Water Willow (Baccharis Salicifolia) — Its willow-like leaves are about 2 to 4 inches long and have a narrow
Mule-Fat, Water-Wally, Water Willow (Baccharis Salicifolia) — deciduous shrub native to the southwestern U.S; its willow-like leaves are about 2 to 4 inches
Mule-Fat, Water-Wally, Water Willow (Baccharis Salicifolia) — making it ideal for naturalistic or water-efficient designs
Mule-Fat, Water-Wally, Water Willow (Baccharis Salicifolia) — commonly known as Mule-Fat or Water Wally; its willow-like leaves and fluffy white seed clusters
Mule-Fat, Water-Wally, Water Willow (Baccharis Salicifolia) — though it can occasionally reach up to 15 feet under optimal conditions
Mule-Fat, Water-Wally, Water Willow (Baccharis Salicifolia) — The plant is drought-tolerant once established
Mule-Fat, Water-Wally, Water Willow (Baccharis Salicifolia) — including bees and butterflies
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