Teucrium fruticans 'Azureum'

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Azure Bush Germander

 
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Information by: Jerry Sortomme        Photographer: El Nativo

 

Description

The 'Azurea' variety is a little smaller than the species, reaching 3'-4' tall and 5' wide. The grey and silver leaves on woody, upright stems are the perfect backdrop for deep blue flowers in summer and fall. Plants will tolerate full sun and has low watering needs. It is cold tolerant. This is a great plant for a Mediterranean garden with low hedges.

 

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Plant Type

Shrub

 

Height Range

3-6'

 

Flower Color

Blue

 

Flower Season

Summer, Fall

 

Leaf Color

Grey Green, Grey, Silver

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Water-wise plants can be beautiful as well as practical.

Take your 'My List' Hydrozone Report to a landscape designer, or local nursery, when selecting and purchasing plants.