Teucrium chamaedrys 'Prostratum'

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Prostrate Germander

 
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Information by: George Hull MSN        Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

Description

Low growing dense mounding perennial to 1' x 3' . Dark green foliage is well accented by lavender flowers in spring and summer. Prune in late winter to revitalize foliage and maintain appearance. Will decline in soggy soil. - Mountain States Nursery

 

  • Anatomy

  • Sun/Water

  • Design

Plant Type

Shrub, Ground cover

 

Height Range

Under 1'

 

Flower Color

Lavender

 

Flower Season

Spring, Summer

 

Leaf Color

Dark Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half, Shade

 

Water

Very Low, Medium

 

Growth Rate

Moderate

 

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

 

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained

 

Soil pH

Neutral

 

Adverse Factors

Attracts Bees

Design Styles

Meadow, Mediterranean

 

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers

 

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Summer

 

Location Uses

Entry, Foundation, Parking Strip, Patio, Raised Planter, Walkways, With Rocks

 

Special Uses

Filler, Hedge, Mass Planting, Fire Resistant, Small Spaces

 

Attracts Wildlife

Hummingbirds

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.