Leucophyllum candidum 'Silver Cloud' |
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Silver Cloud Violet Silverleaf |
Description
'Silver Cloud' is an evergreen shrub, slowly growing to 3' high and wide. It has small gray white leaves that densely cover the shrub. Foliage is striking against the deep purple flowers that bloom in summer and fall. Bunnies love this plant! 'Silver Cloud prefers full sun and is drought tolerant once it's established. Be careful not to overwater. It needs well draining soil.
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Anatomy
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Sun/Water
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Design
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
Purple
Flower Season
Summer, Fall
Leaf Color
Grey, Silver
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full
Water
Very Low
Growth Rate
Slow
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky
Soil Condition
Poor, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral, Basic
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Mediterranean, Ranch
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers, Unusual Foliage
Seasonal Interest
Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Entry, Foundation, Parking Strip, Patio, Park, Parking Lot, Raised Planter, Roadside, Swimming Pool, Walkways, With Rocks
Special Uses
Filler, Hedge, Screen, Mass Planting, Naturalizing
Attracts Wildlife
Wildlife
Water Saving Tip:
In general, lawns only need to be watered once every three days.
Check your irrigation controller and reduce watering times if necessary.