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Leucophyllum frutescens compacta

Ceniza

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Information by: George Hull MSN        Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

Description

One of the oldest of the leucophyllum selections. Dense rounded form requires little or no pruning. Mature size is 5' x 5'. Grey-silver foliage and a heavy producer of pink flowers as the humidity rises in summer. Does tolerate more water and heavier soils than other selections. It is drought tolerant once established.

 

Plant Type

Shrub

Height Range

3-6'

Flower Color

Lavender, Pink

Flower Season

Summer

Leaf Color

Grey, Silver

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Poor, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral, Basic

Adverse Factors

Attracts Bees

Design Styles

Ranch, Spanish, Woodland

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers

Seasonal Interest

Summer

Location Uses

Background, Shrub Border, Parking Strip, Patio, Parking Lot, With Rocks

Special Uses

Screen, Mass Planting, Naturalizing

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Apply a 2" layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.

Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost, or aged sawdust.

Inorganic mulches such as gravel are also acceptable.