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Ehretia rigida
Plant type
tree, shrub, perennial
size
- H: 10'-30'
- W: 10'-30'
planting zones
- 9a-11
Ehretia rigida plant details
Ehretia rigida is a broadleaf evergreen perennial shrub or tree with green foliage. In spring and summer lavender and white flowers emerge followed by orange and red fruit. Attracts bees and birds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Ehretia rigida
- Plant type: perennial shrub or tree
- Plant family: boraginaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 10 FT - 30 FT - wide, 10 FT - 30 FT - tall
- Flowers: lavender and white blooms in spring and summer
GROWING CONDITIONS for Ehretia rigida
- USDA Zones: 9a - 11
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: regular - low
- Resistant to: deer
- Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained
Garden photo gallery of Ehretia rigida
By: Rotational
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By: Paul venter
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Gardening facts about Ehretia rigida plant
How to Grow Ehretia rigida
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
- lavender
Wildlife
- birds
- bees
- deer resistant
Fruit
- red
- orange
Flower Season
- summer
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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