Ziziphora aff. tomentosa [JJH 970950cimg3500m]
Also Known As
- Blue Mint Bush
Plant type
shrub
size
- H: 4"
- W: 12"
planting zones
- 5a-9b
Ziziphora aff. tomentosa [JJH 970950cimg3500m] plant details
Ziziphora aff. tomentosa [JJH 970950cimg3500m] is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In summer lavender flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Ziziphora aff. tomentosa [JJH 970950cimg3500m]
- Plant type: shrub
- Plant family: lamiaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 12 IN wide, 4 IN tall
- Flowers: lavender blooms in summer
- Uses: fragrant, rock garden, xeric, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Ziziphora aff. tomentosa [JJH 970950cimg3500m]
- USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: regular
- Resistant to: heat
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Halda collections from 3500m, near Bolshoj Cimgan, Uzbekistan, from dolomitic rocks where it forms grayish green hairy mats with heads of lilac purple flowers, our resident Ziziphora expert says it smells like Pizza. ZONE 4
Gardening facts about Ziziphora aff. tomentosa [JJH 970950cimg3500m] plant
How to Grow Ziziphora aff. tomentosa [JJH 970950cimg3500m]
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- lavender
Wildlife
- bees
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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