Leucophyllum frutescens 'Green Cloud'

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Green Cloud Texas Ranger

 
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Information by:         Photographer: Susan Frommer

 

Description

Selected from the wild in Cameron City, TX. Chosen for dark green leaves and purple violet flowers. Has largest leaves of the clones and is a frequent summer flowerer. Fast and relatively carefree. Also one of the largest of growers. Good for low maintenance gardens with low water requirements. Must have well drained soil.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Sun/Water

  • Design

Plant Type

Shrub

 

Height Range

6-12'

 

Flower Color

Pink, Violet

 

Flower Season

Summer, Intermittent

 

Leaf Color

Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

 

Water

Very Low

 

Growth Rate

Slow

 

Soil Type

Sandy, Unparticular

 

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained

 

Soil pH

Neutral, Basic

 

Adverse Factors

Attracts Bees

Design Styles

Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish, Woodland

 

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers, Unusual Foliage

 

Seasonal Interest

Summer

 

Location Uses

Background, Shrub Border, Foundation, Parking Strip, With Rocks

 

Special Uses

Hedge

 

Attracts Wildlife

Hummingbirds

Water Saving Tip:

As the weather gets hotter avoid the temptation to increase run times.

Instead, schedule more start times with one to two hours in between to allow the water from the previous session to soak in before watering again.