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Desert Broom
Baccharis sarothroides
In the United States:
Native
· also called broom baccharis, desertbroom, greasewood, rosin-bush
Dioecious shrub providing late-season nectar and pollen resources for honeybees in arid habitats. Blooms primarily in fall with small flowers attractive to bees and other pollinators. Fast-growing but produces abundant fluffy seeds that can create maintenance issues.
| Nectar | medium |
|---|---|
| Pollen | low |
| Bloom (US) | September–November |
| Type | Perennial |
| Sun | full |
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