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Leucophyllum candidum
Violet Silverleaf
Information by: Photographer: Mountain States Nursery
Description
Evergreen shrub grows at a moderate rate to 3' x 3'. Silvery leaves provide striking backdrop to deep violet flowers. Silvery leaves also contrast well with other green plants in the landscape. Flowers appear summer to fall following rains. Accepts reflected sun. Native to the Chihuahuan Desert.
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
3-6'
Flower Color
Violet
Flower Season
Summer, Fall, Intermittent
Leaf Color
Silver
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Use multiple cycles of irrigation on watering days. Most sprinklers deliver water faster than soils can absorb it.
By breaking up the watering time into smaller segments, runoff can be greatly reduced.