Black Dalea

Dalea frutescens 

Size: 2-3' tall x 3-5' wide

Lighting requirements: Full sun

Seasonal interest: Summer-fall blooms

Winter: Semi-evergreen

Soil requirements: Well-drained, dry soil with low organic content

pH range: 6.6-8.5 (neutral to alkaline) 

Zones: 8-13 (cold hardy to about 15 degrees)

Notes: An excellent xeriscape plant that does not require much fertilization.