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Sideritus syriaca

Also Known As

  • Cretan Mountain Tea

Plant type

perennial, herb

size

  • H: 2'
  • W: 2'

planting zones

  • 8a-10b

Sideritus syriaca plant details

Sideritus syriaca is a broadleaf evergreen perennial herb with blue and white foliage. In summer yellow flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Sideritus syriaca

Plant type: perennial herb
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and white
Mature size: 2 FT wide, 2 FT tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Sideritus syriaca

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

Gardening facts about Sideritus syriaca plant

How to Grow Sideritus syriaca

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • white
    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • fuzzy

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