Dalea bicolor 'Monterrey Blue'
Dalea Monterrey Blue
Description
Great background shrub with spikes of blue flowers in the fall. Mature size is usually 6-8' tall by 5-6' wide. Plants are evergreen in mild climates, but will freeze back with hard frosts. Fast growing. Flowers are deep blue spikes contrasting with fine textured grey green foliage. Deciduous in cold climes. Full sun, Well drained sites. Bee attractor though.
Plant Type
Shrub, Perennial
Height Range
3-6'
Flower Color
Blue
Flower Season
Fall
Leaf Color
Grey Green
Bark Color
Grey
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Rocky
Soil Condition
Average, Poor, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral, Basic
Adverse Factors
Attracts Bees
Design Styles
Ranch, Spanish, Wild Garden
Accenting Features
Fragrance, Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Fall
Location Uses
Entry, Perennial Border, Parking Strip, Patio, Swimming Pool, Walkways, With Rocks
Special Uses
Erosion Control, Filler, Mass Planting, Small Spaces
Attracts Wildlife
Butterflies
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.