Leucophyllum pruinosa
Sierra Bouquet
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Sierra Bouquet (Leucophyllum pruinosa) - Description
L. pruinosum produces silvery foliage with strongly fragrant purple flowers, who's scent resembles that of grape bubble gum.
Sierra Bouquet (Leucophyllum pruinosa) - Blooming
Bell-shaped summer flowers, violet to magenta.
Sierra Bouquet (Leucophyllum pruinosa) - Growth
Evergreen shrub with silvery foliage. Grows best in full sun, as a hedge or seaside plant.
Sierra Bouquet (Leucophyllum pruinosa) - Planting
Sow seeds "in situ" in spring. Can also propagate from greenwood cuttings in summer.
Sierra Bouquet (Leucophyllum pruinosa) - Pest
Problems arise under wet conditions. Plants become susceptible to stem rot, root rot, galls, powdery mildew, and scale insects.
Sierra Bouquet (Leucophyllum pruinosa) - Interesting facts
Leucophyllum is native to the South Western United States and Mexico, regions with dry soils. They are sometimes called "barometer bush" as they usually bloom several days before a rainstorm.
Sierra Bouquet (Leucophyllum pruinosa) - Soil and irrigation
Dry soil, needs excellent drainage and preferably slightly acidic soil. Tolerates salt.
