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Bupleurum spinosum

Also Known As

Spiny Hare's Ear

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 1'-2'
W: 2'-3'

planting zones

5a-10b

Bupleurum spinosum plant details

Bupleurum spinosum is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with blue and green foliage. In summer yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees and beneficial insects 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 average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something wind tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Bupleurum spinosum

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: apiaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 1 FT - 2 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in summer
Uses: sculptural

GROWING CONDITIONS for Bupleurum spinosum

USDA Zones: 5a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: wind
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This is one of the smaller bupleurum species, forming a small mound of dense, evergreen foliage, blue-green and spine-tipped, remaining under 2' tall. In spring plants are covered with angular sprays of teenyweeny yellow flowers that are both striking and sculptural in the garden. Tolerates dry summer conditions once established, requiring little summer water in full sun and gritty soil that drains well. Frost hardy to -20 °F, USDA zone 5.