Leucophyllum zygophyllum 'Cimarron'

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Blue Ranger

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Information by: George Hull MSN Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

Description

This is a petite selection topping out at 3' x 3'. Softer silhouette than 'Thundercloud', grey-green foliage, blue flowers. Sometimes called Blue Ranger. Easily identified by the distinctive cupped leaves. Less likely to rot out than 'Thundercloud'. Flowers are bell shaped with a slight lavender fragrance. Found on rocky limestone caliche at 4-6900' in Mexico. It is drought tolerant and best with some supplemental water. Needs a well drained site and full sun. - Mountain States Nursery

Plant Type

Shrub

Height Range

1-3'

Flower Color

Blue, Lavender

Flower Season

Summer, Intermittent

Leaf Color

Grey, Silver

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Very Low, Low

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Poor, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral, Basic

Adverse Factors

Attracts Bees

Design Styles

Formal, Spanish

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers, Unusual Foliage

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Summer

Location Uses

Background, Foundation, Parking Strip, Patio, Raised Planter, Swimming Pool, Walkways

Special Uses

Hedge, Mass Planting, Naturalizing, Small Spaces

Attracts Wildlife

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.