Aloysia gratissima

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Information by: Kathleen Moore        Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

Description

Semievergreen shrub grows to 6' x 6'. Fragrant medium green leaves. Fragrant white to pale purple flowers appear spring to fall. Accepts full sun. Good for informal hedge or screen. Combine with some green for winter. Butterflies are drawn to nectar. Birds also feed on small seeds. Native to the Chihuahuan Desert and South America.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Sun/Water

  • Design

Plant Type

Shrub

 

Height Range

3-6'

 

Flower Color

Purple, White

 

Flower Season

Spring, Summer, Fall

 

Leaf Color

Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

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.