Leucophyllum candidum 'Silver Cloud'

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Silver Cloud Silverleaf

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

Design Styles

n/a

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers, Unusual Foliage

Seasonal Interest

Summer, Fall

Location Uses

Entry, Foundation, Parking Strip, Patio, Raised Planter, Swimming Pool, Walkways, With Rocks

Special Uses

Hedge

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Replace damaged nozzles or heads with those identical to other heads on the same valve.

Mixing different types of heads on the same valve will create overly dry areas or overly wet areas.