TEUCRIUM FRUTICANS

Botanical Name: Teucrium fruticans
Common Names: Tree Germander, Shrubby Germander
Light Requirements: Full sun
Soil Requirements: Well-drained soils; tolerates rocky, sandy, and poor substrates
Water Needs: Low; drought-tolerant once established
Foliage: Small, gray-green to silvery leaves with a dense, aromatic texture
Flowers: Clusters of delicate bluish-lavender flowers blooming from spring to autumn
Growth Rate: Moderate

Uses:

Ornamental Plant:
Teucrium fruticans is valued for its silvery foliage and subtle flowers, providing texture and soft color to gardens, borders, and hedges.

Xeriscaping:
Ideal for low-water-use gardens, it thrives in dry, sunny landscapes with minimal care.

Hedging and Borders:
Its compact and dense growth makes it perfect for low-maintenance hedges or natural borders.

Benefits:

Drought Tolerance: Excellent performance in hot, dry conditions with minimal irrigation.

Low Maintenance: Hardy and resistant to pests and diseases, requiring only occasional pruning.

Attracts Pollinators: Flowers attract bees and other beneficial insects.

Versatile Design: Complements Mediterranean, modern, or rustic garden styles.

Year-Round Appeal: Evergreen foliage adds interest and structure throughout the year.

Teucrium fruticans is a reliable, drought-tolerant shrub that brings silvery charm and soft lavender blooms to gardens. With its low-maintenance nature and year-round beauty, it’s perfect for sustainable and Mediterranean landscapes.