Baccharis douglasii (Marsh Coyote Bush)

Baccharis douglasii, also known as Marsh Coyote Bush, is a native shrub found in marshy areas along the coastline of California and Oregon. It is a dense, evergreen shrub with slender branches covered in gray-green leaves. The shrub produces small, inconspicuous flowers that bloom in clusters from late summer to fall, attracting bees and butterflies. Marsh Coyote Bush is an important plant for wildlife, providing shelter and food for birds and small mammals. It grows to a height of 3-6 feet and spreads 4-6 feet wide.