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Hyptis emoryi
Desert Lavender
Information by: Kathleen Moore Photographer: Mountain States Nursery
Description
Upright durable desert shrub grows to 6' x 4'. Woolly gray foliage contrasts well with clusters of tiny lavender flowers in the spring. Attracts hummingbirds. Can exist on rainfall alone but will accept supplemental water to speed up growth. Accepts reflected heat. Native to the southwestern deserts.
Sun
Full
Water
Very Low
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Poor, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral, Basic
Adverse Factors
n/a
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.