Botanical Name: Grewia occidentalis
Common Name: Lavender starflower Type of Plant: dicot: shrub Character evergreen Habit of Growth: Overall Shape fast-growing, upright, sprawling plant – open, loose structure with foliage arranged in a flattened pattern along the stems; forms a natural espalier if unpruned Height 5-15' Spread 5-10' Growth Rate rapid Environment: Exposure outdoors prefers full sun, tolerates partial shade Soil any well-draining soil Hardiness hardy (zones 8, 9, 14-24) Morphology: Leaves pinnate, alternate, (nearly two-ranked along stem), oblong-obovate, 1-3" long, serrate margins, medium green Flowers 1/2 - 1" diameter hibiscus-shaped, solitary, small clusters, lavender petals, tiny yellow anthers, long outer sepals – late spring Fruit berry, tan, 1/4" Propagation: semihardwood cuttings (spring) Usage: background, screen, hedge, espalier, large informal mass tolerates both heat and wind, can be pruned into most any shape Landscape Care: Watering occasional – drought resistant when established Fertilizing balanced in spring – add iron for chlorosis Pruning to shape desired, primarily in spring Pests/Diseases aphids Special Conditions/Other tolerates high heat Origin: South Africa Family: Malvaceae Notes: |
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