Ephedra viridis
Mormon Tea
Description
Slowly forms a 3' x 3' upright branched broomlike shrub. Bright green jointed stems are leafless. The seeds are edible. Accepts full sun. Very drought tolerant. Requires good drainage.
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
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Flower Season
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Leaf Color
Green, Light Green
Bark Color
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Fruit Color
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Fruit Season
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In the fall, unless it is very hot outside, you can reduce your total watering time by 1/2.
Do not reduce run times, reduce the number of watering days.