Poliomintha maderensis
Mexican Oregano, Lavender Spice
Description
This evergreen shrub will grow 1-3' tall and 1-3' wide. It has shiny, deep green leaves with lavender/deep purple/white flowers that bloom from late spring into fall.
Plant Type
Shrub, Perennial
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
Lavender, Purple, White, Multi-Colored
Flower Season
Spring, Summer
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
Brown
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low, Medium, Extra in Summer
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Rocky
Soil Condition
Average, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
English Cottage, Woodland
Accenting Features
Fragrance, Multi-trunk Tree, Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer
Location Uses
Entry, Perennial Border, Parking Strip, Patio, Walkways, With Rocks
Special Uses
Small Spaces
Attracts Wildlife
Hummingbirds
Water Saving Tip:
Even during our hottest months we don't need to water daily.
Give your plants a chance to breathe.
Water late at night or in the early morning hours to avoid losses to wind and evaporation.