Tuesday, November 23, 2010

Ballota, Evergreen Perennial Of The Day

Ballota pseudodictamnus
Ballota
Type Perennial
Hardy range 8B to 10B
Height 12" to 20" / 30cm to 50cm
Growth rate Average
Form Spreading or horizontal
Exposure Full sun
Persistence Evergreen

Bloom Color Pink and white
Bloom Time Spring and Summer

Environment This plant tolerates drought.
This plant will grow in dry soil.
Suitable soil is well-drained/loamy.
The pH preference is a neutral to slightly alkaline (6.8 to 7.7) soil.

Leaf Color Green and silvery
This plant has attractive foliage.

Culture Notes This is an evergreen perennial that is tolerant of poor soils and hot dry areas. Protect from severe frosts and cut back in early spring.

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