Teucrium chamaedrys 'Prostratum'
Prostrate Germander
Description
Low growing dense mounding perennial to 1' x 3' . Dark green foliage is well accented by lavender flowers in spring and summer. Prune in late winter to revitalize foliage and maintain appearance. Will decline in soggy soil. - Mountain States Nursery
Plant Type
Shrub, Ground cover
Height Range
Under 1'
Flower Color
Lavender
Flower Season
Spring, Summer
Leaf Color
Dark Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half, Shade
Water
Very Low, Medium
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
Attracts Bees
Design Styles
Meadow, Mediterranean
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer
Location Uses
Entry, Foundation, Parking Strip, Patio, Raised Planter, Walkways, With Rocks
Special Uses
Filler, Hedge, Mass Planting, Fire Resistant, Small Spaces
Attracts Wildlife
Hummingbirds
Water Saving Tip:
Be sure to fix all leaks promptly no matter how small they may seem.