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Hyptis emoryi
Desert Lavender
Information by: Kathleen Moore Photographer: Mountain States Nursery
Description
Upright durable desert shrub grows to 6' x 4'. Woolly gray foliage contrasts well with clusters of tiny lavender flowers in the spring. Attracts hummingbirds. Can exist on rainfall alone but will accept supplemental water to speed up growth. Accepts reflected heat. Native to the southwestern deserts.
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
3-6'
Flower Color
Lavender
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Grey Green, Grey
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Remember to check your irrigation systems once a month, especially your valves, sprinkler heads, and drip emitters.
If your controller is not a smart controller, it should be reprogrammed as the weather changes.