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Teucrium chamaedrys

Creeping Germander

Plant photo of: Teucrium chamaedrys
Information by: Kathleen Moore        Photographer: Susan Frommer/Engstrom

 

Description

This ground cover grows at a moderate rate to 6" x3'. The leaves are shiny, dark green and highly fragrant. Lovely pale pink flowers appear winter to spring. It can be used as a low hedge or along walkways. Requires full sun and well drained soil.

 

Plant Type

Ground cover, Herb

Height Range

Under 1'

Flower Color

Pink

Flower Season

Winter, Spring

Leaf Color

Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam, Rocky

Soil Condition

Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Formal, Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish

Accenting Features

Fragrance, Unusual Foliage

Seasonal Interest

Winter, Spring

Location Uses

Entry, Perennial Border, Parking Strip, Patio, Parking Lot, Raised Planter, Walkways, With Rocks

Special Uses

Filler, Hedge, Mass Planting, Small Spaces

Attracts Wildlife

Hummingbirds

Water Saving Tip:

Group plants with similar watering needs in the same area.