Grewia occidentalis

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Grewia occidentalis

Lavender Starflower

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor Photographer: Norman's Nursery

Description

This broad shrub will reach about 12' tall and has small, dark green leaves with lavender flowers that bloom in spring, summer, and fall.

Plant Type

Shrub

Height Range

3-6', 6-12'

Width Range

3-6', 6-12'

Flower Color

Lavender

Flower Season

Spring, Summer, Fall

Leaf Color

Dark Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Ranch, Seascape, Spanish

Accenting Features

Espalier, Showy Flowers

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Summer, Fall

Location Uses

Background, Entry, Foundation, Walls / Fences

Special Uses

Container, Filler, Hedge, Screen, Wind Break

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Apply as little fertilizer as possible.

If you use fertilizer make sure it stays on the landscape, and carefully water it in so there is NO runoff.