Hyptis emoryi
Desert Lavender
Description
Upright durable desert shrub grows to 6' x 4'. Woolly gray foliage contrasts well with clusters of tiny lavender flowers in the spring. Attracts hummingbirds. Can exist on rainfall alone but will accept supplemental water to speed up growth. Accepts reflected heat. Native to the southwestern deserts.
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
3-6'
Flower Color
Lavender
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Grey Green, Grey
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Water
Low
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Poor, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral, Basic
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Ranch, Spanish, Wild Garden
Accenting Features
Fragrance
Seasonal Interest
Spring
Location Uses
Entry, Shrub Border, Foundation, Parking Strip, Patio, Parking Lot, With Rocks
Special Uses
Erosion Control, Filler, Hedge, Screen, Mass Planting, Wind Break, Naturalizing
Attracts Wildlife
Hummingbirds
Water Saving Tip:
The best time of day to water is in the early morning when there is no wind or hot drying sun.