Sideritis oroteneriffae

Also Known As

Canary Island White Sage

Plant type

shrub, perennial

size

H: 3'-5'
W: 2'-4'

planting zones

9a-11

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Sideritis oroteneriffae plant details

Sideritis oroteneriffae is a broadleaf evergreen perennial shrub. Features fuzzy texture. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Sideritis oroteneriffae

Plant type: perennial shrub
Plant family: lamiaceae
Mature size: 2 FT - 4 FT - wide, 3 FT - 5 FT - tall
Uses: container plant, rock garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Sideritis oroteneriffae

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

We here at “Annie’s” just can’t get enough species of this rare & fascinating genus in the mint family. Endemic to Tenerrife Island (the Canaries) it enjoys a Mediterranean climate very much like ours here in coastal California. Thriving in dry Summers & mild Winters, Sideritis oroteneriffae forms a fuzzy white leafed shrub to 3’ tall. Providing excellent contrast in the well-drained garden, rock garden or largish container, you’ll love the showy pubescent oval shaped leaves. Grow it in front of dark foliage for extra thrills. In Summer it bears slender, arching fuzzy whitish spikes.