Drosanthemum speciosum

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Information by: George Hull MSN Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

Description

This South African native is a low-growing perennial that can reach about 8" tall by 3' wide. Purple flowers appear profusely throughout spring and summer. Afternoon shade is best for this plant, full sun can burn the foliage in the low desert.

Plant Type

Ground cover

Height Range

Under 1'

Width Range

1-3'

Flower Color

Pink, Purple

Flower Season

Spring, Summer

Leaf Color

Grey Green, Light Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Half

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Poor, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral, Basic

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Mediterranean, Spanish, Wild Garden

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers, Unusual Foliage

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Summer

Location Uses

Entry, Parking Strip, Patio, Park, Raised Planter, With Rocks

Special Uses

Cascade, Container, Filler, Mass Planting, Small Spaces, Hanging Baskets

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Replace turf with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs.

If you have areas where no one uses the grass, patches that do not grow well, or a turf area too small to water without runoff, consider replacing the turf with water-efficient landscaping.