Teucrium X lucidrys 'Prostratum'
Spreading Germander
Description
This groundcover reaches 5' tall and 20' wide. It easy to grow, hardy and likes full or partial sun. This evergreen plant has reddish purplish flowers in the summer. It is drought tolerant and needs well-drained soil.
Plant Type
Ground cover, Herb
Height Range
Under 1'
Flower Color
Lavender
Flower Season
Spring, Summer
Leaf Color
Dark Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half, Shade
Water
Low, Medium, Extra in Summer
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam
Soil Condition
Average, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
Attracts Bees
Design Styles
Meadow, Mediterranean
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer
Location Uses
Entry, Foundation, Patio, Walkways, With Rocks
Special Uses
Filler, Hedge, Mass Planting, Fire Resistant
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.