Features:Foliage: Oval, rough-textured green leaves with serrated edges that emit a pungent aroma when crushed,Flowers: Dense clusters of trumpet-shaped blooms in vibrant pink with yellow and purple gradients, forming showy spherical flower heads,Fruit: Decorative (but toxic) black berries,Habit: Upright-spreading evergreen shrub with prolific branching
Mature Height: 2-3 ft
Mature Width: 6-8 ft
Growth Rate: Fast
Light Needs: Full sun
Key Advantages:Exceptional heat and drought tolerance,Salt-resistant for coastal landscapes,Continuous blooms from spring through frost,Deer resistant and pest-free,Low maintenance requirements
Landscape Uses:Colorful hedge or mass planting,Container focal point,Border edging,Xeriscape gardens,Butterfly gardens (nectar-rich but toxic if ingested)
Special Care:Pruning: Trim lightly to maintain shape,Soil: Adapts to poor, well-drained soils,Water: Drought tolerant once established,Caution: All parts toxic to humans/pets
Seasonal Interest:Flowers: Year-round in warm climates,Foliage: Evergreen in zones 9+