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Abronia villosa

Also Known As

  • Desert Sand Verbena

Plant type

annual / biennial

size

  • H: 4"-8"
  • W: 12"-20"

planting zones

  • 8a-10b

Abronia villosa plant details

Abronia villosa is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial with blue and green foliage. In summer pink flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in gritty, lean and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Abronia villosa

Plant type: annual / biennial
Plant family: nyctaginaceae
Foliage: deciduous blue and green
Mature size: 12 IN - 20 IN - wide, 4 IN - 8 IN - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in summer
Uses: fragrant, native plant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Abronia villosa

USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Soil needs: gritty, lean and well-drained

Gardening facts about Abronia villosa plant

How to Grow Abronia villosa

  • Soil Needs

    • lean
    • well-drained
    • gritty
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Sun Exposure

    • sun

Features

  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Color

    • green
    • blue
  • Texture

    • glaucous
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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