Teucrium fruiticans

Bush Germander
Teucrium fruiticans
Type: Shrubby Perennials
Exposure: Sun
Water: Moderate (won’t tolerate constantly wet soil)

Here’s a tough Mediterranean native that will reach somewhere between 4-8ft (1.2-2.4m) high and wide. Grey green leaves with silvery undersides are accented by small, uniquely-shaped, lavender blue flowers that are present virtually year round. It would be a great addition to a silver-themed planting, paired with senecio, artemisia, lavender, etc. (stay tuned!)  A smaller variety, “Compactum,” is available; it grows to just 3ft (90cm) high and wide.

Cheers,

John