cenizo
Leucophyllum frutescens
Description:
Striking silvery foliage on extremely heat and drought tolerant shrub for full sun; showy, late blooming flowers burst into bloom after irrigation or a rainstorm; requires little pruning as a shrub but can be successful as a hedge if sheared; attracts many beneficial insects.
Native to:
Southwestern US
Mexico
Plant Type:
Shrub
Height:
6-8 ft
Width:
6-8 ft
Flower Color:
Purple
Bloom Period:
August-November
Wildlife Value:
Beneficial Insects
Honey Bees
Native Bees
Hummingbirds
Song Birds
Sun Exposure:
Sun (6+ hours of direct sunlight)
Irrigation Needs:
Low (deep watering twice a month)
Very Low (deep watering once a month)
Maintenance Needs:
Little or none; prune to shape in spring. Can be cut back hard to rejuvenate.