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    Alyogyne huegelii 'Monterey Bay'

    Also Known As

    • Monterey Bay Blue Hibiscus

    Plant type

    shrub

    size

    • H: 5'-8'
    • W: 5'-6'

    planting zones

    • 9b-12

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    Alyogyne huegelii 'Monterey Bay' plant details

    Alyogyne huegelii 'Monterey Bay' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer blue flowers emerge. Attracts bees, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, gritty, lean, rich, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Alyogyne huegelii 'Monterey Bay'

    Plant type: shrub
    Plant family: malvaceae
    Foliage: evergreen green
    Mature size: 5 FT - 6 FT - wide, 5 FT - 8 FT - tall
    Flowers: blue blooms in fall, spring and summer

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Alyogyne huegelii 'Monterey Bay'

    USDA Zones: 9b - 12
    Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
    Watering frequency: regular - low
    Resistant to: deer, heat
    Soil needs: average, gritty, lean, rich, rocky and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    5-8' tall with deeply cut, dark green foliage. Rich blue flowers bloom throughout the year. Full sun and little summer water. Western Australia.

    By: Native Sons

    Gardening facts about Alyogyne huegelii 'Monterey Bay' plant

    How to Grow Alyogyne huegelii 'Monterey Bay'

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - mostly sun

    • Water Needs

      • regular - drought tolerant

    • Water Needs

      • dry in summer

    • Soil Needs

      • adaptable
      • average
      • lean
      • well-drained
      • rich
      • rocky
      • gritty

    • Special Situation

      • heat tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • blue

    • Wildlife

      • bees
      • butterflies
      • hummingbirds
      • deer resistant

    • Flower Season

      • spring
      • summer
      • fall

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

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