Dalea pulchra

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Indigo Bush

 
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Information by: Kathleen Moore        Photographer: 1.MSWN 2.C. Bickelmann

 

Description

Rounded airy evergreen shrub grows to 4' x 5'. Small delicate silver-green leaves. Clusters of violet flowers appear winter to spring. Nectar rich blossoms attract butterflies. Good choice for winter color. Native to Arizona and Mexico.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Sun/Water

  • Design

Plant Type

Shrub

 

Height Range

3-6'

 

Flower Color

Violet

 

Flower Season

Winter, Spring

 

Leaf Color

Grey Green, Silver

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

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.