Bronze-red tinted, olive-like foliage darkens to a deeper red in winter. Pink, papery seed pods from spring to summer. Plant for screens or as accents in Mediterranean gardens.
* Monrovia priced higher.
Plant with California Wild Lilac
Green Thumb Guide
Requires good drainage. Tolerant of poor soils. Fertilize and prune in spring.
These characteristics apply to the greater Sacramento area and nearby regions.
Live outside of our area? Please check with your local cooperative extension for the best growing practices in your neck of the woods
Visit: UC Cooperative Extension Offices (Opens in new window)
Visit: National County Extension Offices (Opens in new window)
Green Thumb Guide
Requires good drainage. Tolerant of poor soils. Fertilize and prune in spring.
These characteristics apply to the North Texas area and nearby regions.
Live outside of our area? Please check with your local cooperative extension for the best growing practices in your neck of the woods
Visit: Texas A&M Extension Offices (Opens in new window)
Visit: National County Extension Offices (Opens in new window)