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Dalea pulchra

Indigo Bush

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Information by: Kathleen Moore        Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

Description

Rounded airy evergreen shrub grows to 4' x 5'. Small delicate silver-green leaves. Clusters of violet flowers appear winter to spring. Nectar rich blossoms attract butterflies. Good choice for winter color. Native to Arizona and Mexico.

 

Plant Type

Shrub

Height Range

3-6'

Flower Color

Violet

Flower Season

Winter, Spring

Leaf Color

Grey Green, Silver

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Fast, Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky

Soil Condition

Average, Poor, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral, Basic

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Ranch, Spanish, Wild Garden

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers

Seasonal Interest

Winter, Spring

Location Uses

Foundation, Parking Strip, Patio, Raised Planter, Swimming Pool, Walkways, With Rocks

Special Uses

Filler, Screen, Mass Planting, Naturalizing

Attracts Wildlife

Butterflies

Water Saving Tip:

Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.