Photo of Tetradenia riparia foliage by Karl Gercens III

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Tetradenia riparia

Also Known As

  • Iboza riparia
  • Moschosma riparia
  • Gemmerbos
  • Ginger Bush
  • Misty Plume Bush
  • Musk Bush
  • Watersalie

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 5'-10'
  • W: 2'-3'

planting zones

  • 10a-11

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Tetradenia riparia plant details

Tetradenia riparia is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring and winter lavender, pink and white flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Tetradenia riparia

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 5 FT - 10 FT - tall
Flowers: lavender, pink and white blooms in spring and winter
Uses: fragrant foliage

GROWING CONDITIONS for Tetradenia riparia

USDA Zones: 10a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular

Gardening facts about Tetradenia riparia plant

How to Grow Tetradenia riparia

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
    • pink
    • lavender
  • Wildlife

    • butterflies
    • hummingbirds
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • winter
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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