Features:Foliage: Small, dense, elliptical leaves with leathery texture,deep glossy green above,paler beneath,Flowers: Delicate,urn-shaped pink blossoms clustered along stems,Bark: Attractive red-brown stems with smooth texture,Habit: Low-growing, spreading evergreen with prostrate form
Mature Height: 8-14 inches
Mature Width: 4-5 feet
Growth Rate: Slow
Light Needs: Full sun to partial shade
Key Advantages:Exceptional drought tolerance once established,Year-round visual interest (flowers,,foliage,and stems)Adaptable to poor,rocky soils,Deer resistant and fire-resistant,Supports native pollinators
Landscape Uses:Groundcover for slopes and banks,Erosion control,Rock gardens,Understory planting under oaks,Low-maintenance borders
Special Care:Pruning: Minimal; only to control spread if needed,Soil: Well-drained, acidic to neutral pH,Water: Deep but infrequent watering until established,Fertilizer: None needed
Seasonal Interest:Flowers: Winter to early spring,Foliage: Evergreen,Stems: Year-round color