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Leptodactylon californicum

Also Known As

  • Prickly Phlox

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 24"-36"
  • W: 12"-24"

planting zones

  • 9a-10b

Leptodactylon californicum plant details

Leptodactylon californicum is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring and winter lavender and pink flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Leptodactylon californicum

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: polemoniaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 24 IN - 36 IN - tall
Flowers: lavender and pink blooms in spring and winter

GROWING CONDITIONS for Leptodactylon californicum

USDA Zones: 9a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Gardening facts about Leptodactylon californicum plant

How to Grow Leptodactylon californicum

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • pink
    • lavender
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • winter
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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