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teucridium

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  • about.

    Teucrium parvifolium | teucridium

     

    Teucrium parvifolium is a compact native shrub found most often in the east on dry river terraces and forest margins. Its small rounded leaves sit on orange twiggy stems, and in spring and summer it is covered with masses of delicate white flowers, later leaving star-shaped seed calyces. Hardy and tolerant of poor soils, it makes an excellent choice for hedging, borders, or adding contrast in the garden.

  • typical habitat.

    streamsides

    river terraces

    lowland forest

    forest margins

  • drainage.

    dry

    free draining

    well drained

    moist

  • sun.

    full sun

    partial shade

  • mature specifications.

    height | 2m

    width | 1m

  • pollinators calendar.

    flowering | October - January

    fruiting |  December - March

  • did you know?

    Once widespread, it is now nationally 'At Risk' and rarely seen in the wild, so planting it helps support the survival of this special species.

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