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Plumbago scandens 'Summer Snow'

White Plumbago Summer Snow

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Information by: Kathleen Moore        Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

Description

Deciduous shrub with dark green foliage. White 5 petaled flowers stand out against foliage. Unusual in that it will bloom in partial shade. The stems are woody at the base, herbaceous above. Some supplemental water needed to keep the plant looking its best. Native to washes and canyons from 2,500' to 4,000' across Baja California, southern Arizona, and southwest Texas.

 

Plant Type

Shrub

Height Range

1-3'

Flower Color

White

Flower Season

Spring, Summer

Leaf Color

Dark Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

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