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Ephedra regeliana

Also Known As

Miniature Joint Fir

Plant type

shrub, conifer

size

H: 6"
W: 6"

planting zones

5a-7b

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Ephedra regeliana plant details

Ephedra regeliana is an evergreen conifer shrub with green foliage. and red fruit. Grows well with sun and low water. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in gritty, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Ephedra regeliana

Plant type: conifer shrub
Plant family: ephedraceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 6 IN wide, 6 IN tall
Uses: container plant, rock garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ephedra regeliana

USDA Zones: 5a - 7b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: low
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: gritty, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Choice species from the bleak areas of the "stans" - Afghan, Uzbek, Kazak, Krygh, Paki and Tajikistan. This primitive Conifer relative likes it rough - just good drainage and a hot, sunny dry spot are it's simple wants. This is small enough for a trough planter.