Lotus jordanii
Also Known As
- Dorycnium hirsutum 'Prostrata'
- Dorycnium hirsutum 'Prostratum'
- Dorycnium hirsutum var. prostratum
- Hairy Canary Clover
- Silver-Leaf
Plant type
shrub, perennial, groundcover
size
- H: 6"-10"
- W: 24"-36"
planting zones
- 7b-10b
Lotus jordanii plant details
Lotus jordanii is a broadleaf evergreen perennial groundcover shrub with blue foliage. In spring white flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in alkaline, average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, seaside / salt tolerant and wind tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Lotus jordanii
- Plant type: perennial groundcover shrub
- Plant family: fabaceae
- Foliage: evergreen blue
- Mature size: 24 IN - 36 IN - wide, 6 IN - 10 IN - tall
- Flowers: white blooms in spring
- Uses: easy-to-grow
GROWING CONDITIONS for Lotus jordanii
- USDA Zones: 7b - 10b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: occasional - low
- Resistant to: deer, heat, seaside / salt and wind
- Soil needs: alkaline, average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Forestfarm
Gardening facts about Lotus jordanii plant
How to Grow Lotus jordanii
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Soil Needs
- alkaline
- average
- lean
- well-drained
- rocky
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- seaside / salt tolerant
- wind tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- blue
Flower Color
- white
Wildlife
- bees
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- fuzzy
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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