Cordia parvifolia

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Little Leaf Cordia

 
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Information by: George Hull MSN        Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

Description

Cordia parvifolia quickly reaches 8' and 10' wide. This shrub is open and sprawling. Branches are gray and covered with grayish-olive, small leaves which are oval and toothed. Leaves are usually evergreen except with hard freezes. It prefers sun or light shade. Give adequate room so pruning will not destroy its character. Warm humid conditions (rainfall) trigger blooms which are small and pure white in masses. Tough and needs little maintenance. It is drought tolerant when established.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Sun/Water

  • Design

Plant Type

Shrub

 

Height Range

6-12'

 

Flower Color

White

 

Flower Season

Winter, Spring

 

Leaf Color

Grey Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

 

Water

Very Low

 

Growth Rate

Fast

 

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Rocky, Unparticular

 

Soil Condition

Average, Poor, Well-drained

 

Soil pH

Neutral, Basic

 

Adverse Factors

Attracts Bees

Design Styles

Ranch, Spanish, Wild Garden

 

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers, Silhouette, Unusual Shape

 

Seasonal Interest

Winter, Spring

 

Location Uses

Shrub Border, Raised Planter, With Rocks

 

Special Uses

Erosion Control, Filler, Hedge, Naturalizing

 

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Fix leaking sprinklers, valves, and pipes.

One broken spray sprinkler can waste 10 gallons per minute - or 100 gallons in a typical 10 minute watering cycle.