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Teucrium fruticans 'Azurea'

Azurea Bush Germander

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Information by: George Hull MSN        Photographer: El Nativo

 

Description

The 'Azureum' variety is a little smaller than the species, reaching about 4' tall and 5' wide. The grey and silver leaves are the perfect backdrop for deep blue flowers in summer and fall. Plants will tolerate full sun, reflected heat, drought, and considerable cold. Can be hedged. Mediterranean native.

 

Sun

Full

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Poor, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Water high water-use plants separately from low water-use plants.

Low water-use plants can grow with one-half the water needed by high water-use plants, and can be easily damaged from over watering.