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    Xylorhiza tortifolia

    Also Known As

    • Mojave Aster
    • Mojave Woodyaster

    Plant type

    shrub, perennial

    size

    • H: 1'-2'
    • W: 1'-2'

    planting zones

    • 9a-11

    Xylorhiza tortifolia plant details

    Xylorhiza tortifolia is a broadleaf evergreen perennial shrub with green foliage. In spring lavender flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in rocky and well-drained soil.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Xylorhiza tortifolia

    Plant type: perennial shrub
    Plant family: asteraceae
    Foliage: evergreen green
    Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 1 FT - 2 FT - tall
    Flowers: lavender blooms in spring

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Xylorhiza tortifolia

    USDA Zones: 9a - 11
    Sun exposure: sun
    Watering frequency: low
    Soil needs: rocky and well-drained

    Gardening facts about Xylorhiza tortifolia plant

    How to Grow Xylorhiza tortifolia

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • low - drought tolerant

    • Soil Needs

      • well-drained
      • rocky

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • lavender

    • Flower Season

      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

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