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Lithodora zahnii

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 12"
  • W: 12"

planting zones

  • 8a-9b

Lithodora zahnii plant details

Lithodora zahnii is a slow-growing broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring blue and pink flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and regular - occasional water. Does well in acidic and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Lithodora zahnii

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: boraginaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 12 IN tall
Flowers: blue and pink blooms in spring
Uses: container plant, edging plant, rock garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Lithodora zahnii

USDA Zones: 8a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: acidic and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Choice borage relative with narrow evergreen leaves like a rosemary form 1 foot tall and wide domes with sky blue and pink flowers. Slow growing. Hard to propagate.

Gardening facts about Lithodora zahnii plant

How to Grow Lithodora zahnii

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • acidic
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • pink
    • blue
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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