Plumbago scandens
White Plumbago
Description
Evergreen sprawling shrub grows quickly to 3' x 3'. Dark green leaves turns an attractive maroon color in winter. White clusters of flowers appear summer to fall. One of the few desert adapted plants that accepts partial to full shade. Native to Arizona, Mexico and tropical America.
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
White
Flower Season
Summer, Fall
Leaf Color
Dark Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Half, Shade
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Clay
Soil Condition
Average, Well-drained
Soil pH
Basic
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Mediterranean, Ranch, Tropical
Accenting Features
Fall Color, Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Entry, Shrub Border, Patio, Raised Planter
Special Uses
Hedge, Mass Planting, Small Spaces
Attracts Wildlife
Butterflies
Water Saving Tip:
Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.