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Plant type

perennial

size

H: 18"-36"
W: 18"-36"

planting zones

8a-10b

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Aciphylla glaucescens plant details

Aciphylla glaucescens is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with blue foliage. In summer cream flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something wind tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Aciphylla glaucescens

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: apiaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 18 IN - 36 IN - wide, 18 IN - 36 IN - tall
Flowers: cream blooms in summer
Uses: unique, xeric, year-round-interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Aciphylla glaucescens

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

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Fabo member of the “carrotaceae”...from the chilly hinterlands of NZ looking ravishingly xeric. Clumps, 18” x 3 ft, of evergreen, dagger-like leaves tinted a lively blue support umbelled, pale cream flowers in mid summer. Prefers mineral soil, good drainage, bright light and cool feet - say on a north slope with gravel cover for coolth and even moisture. Frost hardy to USDA zone 8 on the West Coast.