Dalea bicolor 'Monterrey Blue'
Dalea Monterrey Blue
Description
Great background shrub with spikes of blue flowers in the fall. Mature size is usually 6-8' tall by 5-6' wide. Plants are evergreen in mild climates, but will freeze back with hard frosts. Fast growing. Flowers are deep blue spikes contrasting with fine textured grey green foliage. Deciduous in cold climes. Full sun, Well drained sites.
Sun
Full
Water
Very Low, Low, Extra in Summer
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Rocky
Soil Condition
Average, Poor, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral, Basic
Adverse Factors
Attracts Bees
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.