Features:Foliage: Lance-shaped, dark green leaves with pale undersides, forming dense foliage,Flowers: 3" papery blooms with five vivid pink-purple petals, maroon spots at base, and prominent yellow stamens,Habit: Rounded evergreen shrub with bushy growth
Mature Height: 4-6 ft
Mature Width: 4-6 ft
Growth Rate: Fast
Light Needs: Full sun
Key Advantages:Exceptional heat and drought tolerance,Deer resistant,Salt spray tolerant (ideal for coastal areas),Thrives in poor, rocky soils,Long blooming period
Landscape Uses:Mediterranean-style gardens,Coastal landscapes,Rock gardens,Informal hedging,Erosion control on slopes
Special Care:Pruning: Light pruning after flowering to maintain shape,Soil: Well-drained, alkaline to neutral pH,Water: Drought tolerant once established,Fertilizer: None needed
Seasonal Interest:Flowers: Late spring to early summer,Foliage: Evergreen