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    Ephedra equisietina [very blue]

    Also Known As

    • Ephedra equisetina
    • Bluestem Joint Fir

    Plant type

    shrub

    size

    • H: 4'-6'
    • W: 3'-8'

    planting zones

    • 4b-9b

    Ephedra equisietina [very blue] plant details

    Ephedra equisietina [very blue] is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with blue and green foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Ephedra equisietina [very blue]

    Plant type: shrub
    Plant family: ephedraceae
    Foliage: deciduous blue and green
    Mature size: 3 FT - 8 FT - wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
    Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
    Uses: winter interest, xeric

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Ephedra equisietina [very blue]

    USDA Zones: 4b - 9b
    Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
    Watering frequency: regular - low
    Resistant to: deer, heat and verticillium wilt

    Gardening facts about Ephedra equisietina [very blue] plant

    How to Grow Ephedra equisietina [very blue]

    • Sun Exposure

      • mostly sun - mostly shade

    • Water Needs

      • regular - drought tolerant

    • Soil Needs

      • adaptable

    • Special Situation

      • heat tolerant
      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green
      • blue

    • Flower Color

      • yellow

    • Wildlife

      • deer resistant

    • Fruit

      • red

    • Flower Season

      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

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