Bebbia juncea

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Information by: George Hull MSN        Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

Description

Butterfly attractor. Sparsely foliated growing to 4' x 4' . Native on dry slopes and washes in SW USA and northern Mexico. 1/2" wide yellow flowers at branch tips. Sweet smelling. Good nectar source. Extremely drought tolerant. Blooms spring to fall in response to water.Attractive to butterflies of all sizes. Full sun, well drained soil.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Sun/Water

  • Design

Plant Type

Shrub

 

Height Range

3-6'

 

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Sun

Full

 

Water

Very Low

 

Growth Rate

Moderate

 

Soil Type

Clay

 

Soil Condition

Average

 

Soil pH

Basic

 

Adverse Factors

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Location Uses

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Special Uses

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Attracts Wildlife

Butterflies

Water Saving Tip:

Water-wise plants can be beautiful as well as practical.

Ask at your local nursery for the types of plants that have minimal watering needs.