Germander, Sliver Bush
By Ανώνυμος Βικιπαιδιστής - Own work, CC BY 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=61173086
By peganum from Henfield, England - Teucrium fruticans Azureum, CC BY-SA 2.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=37050181
Scientific Name: Teucrium fruticans
Common Names: Bush Germander, Silver Germander
Native to: Mediterranean region
Lighting Requirements: Full sun
Height: 3 to 6 feet
Width: 4 to 8 feet
Winter Look: Evergreen; retains silvery-gray foliage year-round
Seasonal Interest: Blue to lavender flowers bloom intermittently throughout the year, with peak blooming in spring and summer
Drought Tolerance: High; very drought-tolerant once established
Soil Requirements: Well-drained soil; tolerates sandy, rocky, or poor soils
pH Range: 6.0 to 8.0 (slightly acidic to alkaline)
Hardiness Zones: 8 to 10
Deer Resistance: Highly resistant
Attracts: Bees, butterflies, and other pollinators
Notes: Silver Bush Germander is an excellent choice for xeriscaping. Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape and encourage bushier growth. Its silvery foliage adds contrast and texture to gardens, and its lavender-blue flowers attract pollinators.