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Coluteocarpus vesicaria

Also Known As

  • Coluteocarpus vesicaria subsp. vesicaria
  • Bladder Saltbush

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 2"-7"
  • W: 4"-12"

planting zones

  • 9a-10b

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Coluteocarpus vesicaria plant details

Coluteocarpus vesicaria is a broadleaf semi-evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring and summer pink flowers emerge. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Coluteocarpus vesicaria

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: brassicaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 4 IN - 12 IN - wide, 2 IN - 7 IN - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in spring and summer
Uses: rare, rock garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Coluteocarpus vesicaria

USDA Zones: 9a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: lean, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A monotypic genus in the brassicaciae endemic to the Caucasus, clustered heads of pinkish white flowers, these are from a Jurasek collection.

Gardening facts about Coluteocarpus vesicaria plant

How to Grow Coluteocarpus vesicaria

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • lean
    • well-drained
    • rocky
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • semi-evergreen
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