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Leucophyllum candidum 'Silver Cloud'

Silver Cloud Silverleaf

Plant photo of: Leucophyllum candidum 'Silver Cloud'
Information by: Kathleen Moore        Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

Description

Evergreen shrub grows to 4' x 4'. Tiny silver leaves, deep violet flowers. Almost identical to Thundercloud? but is larger and not as profuse a flowerer. This group is especially susceptible to overwatering so well drained sites are needed. It is drought tolerant once established. Original mother plant was located at the entrance to Big Bend Park. - Mountain States Nursery

 

Plant Type

Shrub

Height Range

1-3'

Flower Color

Blue, Purple

Flower Season

Summer, Fall, Intermittent

Leaf Color

Grey, Silver

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Group plants according to their water needs.

Creating separate zones for drought-tolerant plants, medium water-use plants, and water-thirsty grass will help prevent overwatering.