Ephedra nevadensis
Desert Tea
Description
Unusual upright shrub that grows to 3' x 3'. Green nonshowy flowers appear in spring and can be alergenic. Great sculptural qualities. Native to the southwest U.S. and Mexico.
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
Green
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full
Water
Very Low
Growth Rate
Slow
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Poor, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral, Basic
Adverse Factors
Allergenic
Design Styles
Wild Garden
Accenting Features
Silhouette, Unusual Foliage
Seasonal Interest
n/a
Location Uses
Entry, Shrub Border, Parking Strip, With Rocks
Special Uses
Filler, Mass Planting, Naturalizing
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Apply a 2" layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.
Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost, or aged sawdust.
Inorganic mulches such as gravel are also acceptable.