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Wall Germander

Scientific name: Teucrium chamaedrys
Taxonomy
Family:Lamiaceae
Type:Evergreen shrubs
Native:NO
Plant Requirements
Zone:5 to 9
Sun:Full sun
Moisture:Dry
Plant Characteristics
Height:2 ft
Width:2 ft
Bloom:Summer flowers
Bloom Time:June to August
Bloom Color:Pink
Additional Characteristics
Trees


Fruit

Leaves


Bark
Wildlife value

Poisonous
Description Besides its use in the landscape, Wall Germander foliage can be harvested and made into an aromatic wreath.

  Morphology:
This small evergreen sports ¾” oval leaves which are glossy green with serrated edges. Grows to 20” tall and 24” wide.

Flowers consist of 2-lipped deep pink racemes.

Flowers appear during the summer

This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds

  Adaptation:
Wall Germander likes full sun and a slightly acidic site.

Often used as a small hedge plant. Could be used instead of boxwood.

  Pests:
Mildew has been reported in western Washington.

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